BKF Capital (BKFG) 10-K 31 Mar 14 2013 FY Annual report Financial data

Document_And_Entity_Informatio

Document And Entity Information (USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Mar. 25, 2014	Jun. 30, 2013
Document Information [Line Items]	'	'	'
Entity Registrant Name	'BKF CAPITAL GROUP INC	'	'
Entity Central Index Key	'0000009235	'	'
Current Fiscal Year End Date	'--12-31	'	'
Entity Filer Category	'Smaller Reporting Company	'	'
Trading Symbol	'BKFG	'	'
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding	'	7,471,593	'
Document Type	'10-K	'	'
Amendment Flag	'false	'	'
Document Period End Date	31-Dec-13	'	'
Document Fiscal Period Focus	'FY	'	'
Document Fiscal Year Focus	'2013	'	'
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer	'No	'	'
Entity Voluntary Filers	'No	'	'
Entity Current Reporting Status	'Yes	'	'
Entity Public Float	'	'	$2,960,685

CONSOLIDATED_STATEMENTS_OF_FIN

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Assets	'	'
Cash and cash equivalents	$5,898	$6,597
Investment in Qualstar	902	2,592
Marketable securities	50	0
Prepaid expenses and other assets	35	26
Total assets	6,885	9,215
Liabilities and stockholders' equity	'	'
Accrued expenses	33	35
Total liabilities	33	35
Commitments and Contingencies	'	'
Stockholders' equity	'	'
Common stock, $1 par value, authorized -- 15,000,000 shares, 7,471,593 issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2013 and 7,446,593 issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2012	7,472	7,447
Additional paid-in capital	68,270	68,280
Accumulated deficit	-68,890	-66,547
Total stockholders' equity	6,852	9,180
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity	$6,885	$9,215

CONSOLIDATED_STATEMENTS_OF_FIN1

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION (Parenthetical) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share)	$1	$1
Common stock, shares authorized	15,000,000	15,000,000
Common stock, shares issued	7,471,593	7,446,593
Common stock, shares outstanding	7,471,593	7,446,593

CONSOLIDATED_STATEMENTS_OF_OPE

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Non-operating income:	'	'
Interest income	$13	$18
Other income	30	37
Total non-operating income	43	55
Total income	43	55
Expenses:	'	'
Employee compensation and benefits	179	274
Occupancy	66	64
Other operating expenses	463	540
Total expenses	708	878
Other income (expense) Loss on equity investment	-2,073	-1,064
Other income	395	0
Total other income (expense)	-1,678	-1,064
Net Income/(Loss)	'	'
Net income(loss)	($2,343)	($1,887)
Basic and diluted (in dollars per share)	($0.31)	($0.25)
Weighted average shares outstanding basic and diluted (in shares)	7,457,141	7,446,593

CONSOLIDATED_STATEMENTS_OF_CAS

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Cash flows from operating activities:	'	'
Net income(loss)	($2,343)	($1,887)
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash used in operations:	'	'
Decrease in investment in Qualstar	2,073	1,064
Stock compensation expenses	15	11
(Increase)/Decrease in prepaid expenses and other assets	-9	52
Decrease in accrued expenses	-2	-6
Net cash (used in) provided by operating activities	-266	-766
Cash flows from investing activities	'	'
Purchase of investment securities	-433	-929
Net cash (used in) investing activities	-433	-929
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents	-699	-1,695
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the year	6,597	8,292
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the year	5,898	6,597
Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:	'	'
Cash paid for interest	0	0
Cash paid for taxes	$0	$0

CONSOLIDATED_STATEMENTS_OF_CHA

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY (USD $)	Total	Common Stock [Member]	Additional Paid-in Capital [Member]	Retained Earnings [Member]
In Thousands
Balance at at Dec. 31, 2011	$11,056	$7,447	$68,269	($64,660)
Stock Compensation	11	0	11	0
Net loss	-1,887	'	'	-1,887
Balance at at Dec. 31, 2012	9,180	7,447	68,280	-66,547
Stock Compensation	15	25	-10	0
Net loss	-2,343	0	0	-2,343
Balance at at Dec. 31, 2013	$6,852	$7,472	$68,270	($68,890)

Organization_and_Summary_of_Si

Organization and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]	'
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements Disclosure and Significant Accounting Policies [Text Block]	'
	1. Organization and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
	Organization and Basis of Presentation
	The Company operates through its wholly-owned subsidiaries, BKF Investment Group, Inc., formerly known as BKF Management Co., Inc. ("BIG") and BKF Asset Holdings, Inc. (“BKF Holdings”) all of which are collectively referred to herein as the "Company" or "BKF." The Company trades on the over the counter market under the symbol ("BKFG"). Currently, the Company plans to engage in the asset management business through its subsidiary BKF Advisors, Inc., which is a registered investment advisor in the States of Florida and California. BKF is also seeking to consummate an acquisition, merger or business combination with an operating entity to enhance BKF's revenues and increase shareholder value.
	The consolidated financial statements of BKF, include BIG and BIG's two wholly owned subsidiaries BKF Advisors, Inc. (“BKF Advisors”) and BKF Asset Management, Inc., ("BAM") and BAM's two wholly-owned subsidiaries, BKF GP, Inc. (“BKF GP”) and LEVCO Securities, Inc. ("LEVCO Securities"). On November 27, 2012 LEVCO Securities was dissolved. All intercompany accounts have been eliminated.
	BAM was an investment advisor which was registered under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, as amended; it withdrew its registration on December 19, 2006. BAM had no operations during 2013 and 2012.
	Use of Estimates
	The preparation of the consolidated financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the consolidated financial statements and reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting periods. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
	Cash, and Cash Equivalents
	The Company treats all investments with maturities at acquisition of three months or less as cash equivalents. Investments in money market funds are valued at net asset value. The Company maintains substantially all of its cash and cash equivalents invested in interest bearing instruments at two nationally recognized financial institutions, which at times may exceed federally insured limits. As a result the Company is exposed to credit risk related to the money market funds and the market rate inherent in those funds.
	Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
	The Company presents other comprehensive income in accordance with ASC Topic 220, Comprehensive Income. This section requires that an enterprise (a) classify items of other comprehensive income by their nature in a financial statement and (b) display the accumulated balance of other comprehensive income separately from retained earnings and additional paid in capital in the equity section of a statement of position. The Company reports its unrealized gains and losses on investments in securities as other comprehensive income (loss) in its financial statements.
	Investments in Affiliated Investment Partnerships
	BKF GP served as the managing general partner for several affiliated investment partnerships ("AIP"), which primarily engaged in the trading of publicly traded equity securities, and in the case of one partnership, distressed corporate debt. Currently all AIP activities have been terminated and BKF GP is in the process of dissolving those partnerships.
	Income Taxes
	The Company accounts for income taxes in accordance with the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification (ASC) Topic 740, Income Taxes.
	Interest costs and penalties related to income taxes are classified as interest expense and general and administrative costs, respectively, in the Company's consolidated financial statements.
	The Company and its subsidiaries file consolidated Federal and combined state and local tax returns. The Company is currently subject to a three year statue of limitations by major tax jurisdictions. Tax years 2010 and forward remain open to examination.
	Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to the differences between the financial statement carrying amount of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax basis. Future tax benefits are recognized only to the extent that realization of such benefits is more likely than not to occur. The Company has recorded a valuation reserve of approximately $5.7 million and $4.5 million against its net deferred tax asset as of December 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively. The Company believes that it is not likely that this deferred tax benefit will be utilized within the statutory period allowed.
	Earnings Per Share
	Basic earnings (loss) per share is calculated by dividing net income (loss) by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the year. Diluted earnings (loss) per share is computed by dividing net income (loss) by the total of the weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding and common stock equivalents. Diluted earnings (loss) per share is computed using the treasury stock method.
	There were no common stock equivalents for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012.
	Fair Values of Financial Instruments
	The Company adopted FASB ASC 820-10-50, “Fair Value Measurements”. This guidance defines fair value, establishes a three-level valuation hierarchy for disclosures of fair value measurement and enhances disclosure requirements for fair value measures. The three levels are defined as follows:
	Level 1 inputs to the valuation methodology are quoted prices (unadjusted) for identical assets or liabilities in active markets.
	Level 2 inputs to the valuation methodology include quoted prices for similar assets and liabilities in active markets, and inputs that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly, for substantially the full term of the financial instrument.
	Level 3 inputs to valuation methodology are unobservable and significant to the fair measurement.
	The carrying amounts reported in the balance sheets for cash and cash equivalents, and current liabilities each qualify as financial instruments and are a reasonable estimate of fair value because of the short period of time between the origination of such instruments and their expected realization and their current market rate of interest. Marketable securities are valued using Level 1 inputs.
	Recent Accounting Developments
	There are no new accounting standards that are expected to have a significant impact on the Company.

Concentrations

Concentrations	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Risks and Uncertainties [Abstract]	'
Concentration Risk Disclosure [Text Block]	'
	2. Concentrations
	The Company had amounts in excess of $250,000 in a single bank during the year. Amounts over $250,000 are not insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. These balances fluctuate during the year and can exceed this $250,000 limit. Management regularly monitors the financial institution, together with its cash balances, and tries to keep this potential risk to a minimum.

Related_Party_Transactions

Related Party Transactions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Related Party Transactions [Abstract]	'
Related Party Transactions Disclosure [Text Block]	'
	3. Related Party Transactions
	Since January 1, 2009, the Company has licensed a portion of its office Space to three companies affiliated with Steven N. Bronson who is BKF's Chairman and President. Specifically, BKF licensed office space and use of facilities to Catalyst Financial, LLC, 4net Software, Inc. and Ridgefield Acquisition Corp. (collectively the "Licensees") for monthly fees of, $500, $100 and $100, respectively. Each of the licenses are on a month to month basis. Steven N. Bronson is the owner and principal of Catalyst Financial LLC ("Catalyst Financial"), a full service securities brokerage, investment banking and consulting firm. Mr. Bronson is also the President and majority shareholder of 4net Software, Inc. and Ridgefield Acquisition Corp., both publicly traded companies.
	Commencing, October 1, 2011, the Company licensed office space to Interlink Electronics, Inc., which is another company affiliated with Steven N. Bronson at a monthly license fee of $2,000. The license with Interlink Electronics, Inc. terminated on February 28, 2012.

Investments

Investments	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Investments, Debt and Equity Securities [Abstract]	'
Investments in Available for Sale Securities [Text Block]	'
	4. Investments
	a) Equity Method:
	On July 3, 2013, Steven Bronson, BKF’s Chairman, was appointed the interim Chief Executive Officer and President of Qualstar Corporation (“Qualstar”). This resulted in the  18.3% of the Company’s ownership in Qualstar to be accounted for using the equity method, a change from available for sale, on the basis that BKF can assert significant influence over the operations of Qualstar. The retroactive application of the equity method resulted in a decrease to retained earnings at December 31, 2012 of approximately $1,064,000. In addition, the basic and diluted earning per share were restated for the year to $0.25
	The investment in Qualstar is accounted for using the equity method as prescribed by Accounting Standard Codification Section 323, under which the Company’s carrying amount of its investment in common stock of Qualstar is the initial cost adjusted for the Company’s share of Qualstar’s earnings and losses, and further adjusted for any distributions or dividends. At December 31, 2013 the Company held  2,594,748 common shares of Qualstar, representing approximately  21.18% of the outstanding shares. The investment in Qualstar was approximately $902,000 at December 31, 2013. The market value of the Company’s shares in Qualstar was approximately $2.9 million at December 31, 2013.
	During the year ended December 31, 2013, the Company recorded a loss on its investment in Qualstar of approximately $2,073,000.  These losses do not include the quarterly results of Qualstar as of December 31, 2013, as Qualstar’s financial statements are not typically available at the time we prepare our financial statements. Therefore, all balances related to the Company’s investment in Qualstar are recorded on a three month (quarterly) lag. This lag is consistent from period to period.The financial results for Qualstar’s quarter ended December 31, 2013 were available prior to the preparation of our financial statements. If those results had been included the loss on equity investment would have been approximately $53,000 greater than what is reflected in our financial statements.
	As of December 31, 2013, our investment in Qualstar in the aggregate exceeded our proportionate share of the net assets of this equity method investee by approximately $1.6 million. This difference is not amortized.
	A summary of financial information for Qualstar is as follows (in thousands):
	Year Ended June 30,	2013		2012
	Net revenues	$	12,642	$	17,081
	Cost of goods sold		9,187		13,390
	Gross profit		3,455		3,691
	Total operating expenses		13,866		7,806
	Loss from operations		-10,411		-4,115
	Other income		48		24
	Loss before income taxes		-10,363		-4,091
	Provision (benefit) for income taxes		-		16
	Net loss	$	-10,363	$	-4,107
	Year Ended June 30,	2013		2012
	Current assets	$	14,046	$	22,137
	Noncurrent assets		6,161		6,687
	Total assets	$	20,207	$	28,824
	Current liabilities	$	5,445	$	3,745
	Other long-term liabilities		17		26
	Total liabilities	$	5,462	$	3,771
	Total shareholders’ equity	$	14,745	$	25,053
	Company's equity investment	$	1,684	$	3,431
	b) Marketable Securities
	During the month of December 2013, the Company purchased 6,600 shares of Interlink Electronics for approximately $50,000.At December 31, 2013, there was no unrealized gain/(loss) on these shares to be reported in other comprehensive income as the share price when purchased and at December 31, 2013, was the same. Steven Bronson, BKF’s Chairman is also the Chief Executive Officer of Interlink Electronics.

Income_Taxes

Income Taxes	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Income Tax Disclosure [Text Block]	'
	5. Income Taxes
	As of December 31, 2013 the Company has a federal net operating loss (“NOL”) carryforward of approximately $12.2 million, the utilization of which is limited under IRS Code Section 382 due to changes in the ownership of the Company's stock. The Company also had a state net operating loss carryforward of approximately $8.4 million. The NOL carryforwards generated in the years 2005-2008 expire in 2025 thru 2028, and can be used at a rate of $344,000 per year based on Section 382 limitations. The NOL carryforwards generated in the years 2009 through 2013 expire in 2030 through 2032, and are not currently subject to Section 382 limitations.
	Since it is not likely that deferred tax assets will be realized, no current tax benefit was recognized. Net deferred assets have been fully reserved.
	The tax effects of temporary differences that give rise to significant portions of deferred tax assets and liabilities, shown net in the deferred tax asset on the Consolidated Statements of Financial Condition, consisted of the following (dollar amounts in thousands):
		Year Ended
		December 31,
		2013		2012
	Deferred tax assets:
	Unrealized loss on investment	$	1,337	$	221
	Net operating loss carryforward		4,560		4,450
	Gross deferred tax asset	$	5,897	$	4,671
	Deferred tax liabilities:
	Deferred state income taxes	$	-164	$	-105
	Gross deferred tax liabilities	$	-164	$	-105
	Net deferred tax asset	$	5,733	$	4,566
	Valuation reserve		-5,733		-4,566
		$	-	$	-
	A reconciliation of income tax (benefit) with expected federal income tax expense (benefit) computed at the applicable federal tax rate of 35% is as follows (dollar amounts in thousands):
		Year Ended
		December 31,
		2013		2012
	Expected income tax (benefit)	$	-905	$	-317
	Increase/Decrease in income tax resulting from:
	Other		-474		97
	Change in valuation reserve		1,379		220
	Income tax expense	$	-	$	-

Commitments_and_Contingencies

Commitments and Contingencies	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Text Block]	'
	6. Commitments and Contingencies
	The Company could be subject to a variety of claims, suits and proceedings that arise from time to time, including actions with respect to contracts, regulatory compliance and public disclosure. These actions may be commenced by a number of different constituents, including vendors, former employees, regulatory agencies, and stockholders. The following is a discussion of the significant matters involving the Company.
	The Company is a defendant in a lawsuit for claims for alleged services in the amount of approximately $171,000. The complaint was filed in the New York State Supreme Court and alleges a claim for breach of contract against BAM for alleged goods and services delivered to BAM. The Company is vigorously defending this action. The Company has no specific reserve for this action.

Restricted_Stock_Grant

Restricted Stock Grant	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Restricted Stock [Abstract]	'
Restricted Stock Grant [Text Block]	'
	7. Restricted Stock Grant
	On August 1, 2012, the Company rehired Maria Fregosi to serve as the Company’s Chief Operating Officer. In addition to an annual salary of 60,000 per annum, the Company also issued Ms. Fregosi 100,000 restricted shares, on August 1, 2012, of the Company’s common stock vesting a follows: (i) 25,000 on July 31, 2013, (ii) 25,000 on July 31, 2014, (iii) 25,000 on July 31, 2015, and (iv) 25,000 on July 31, 2016. The Company recorded stock compensation of $14,875 for the year ended December 31, 2013 related to this grant. Ms. Fregosi resigned from the Company effective November 29, 2013 at which time the remaining unvested shares were forfeited.

Organization_and_Summary_of_Si1

Organization and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Policies)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]	'
Organization and Basis of Presentation, Policy [Policy Text Block]	'
	Organization and Basis of Presentation
	The Company operates through its wholly-owned subsidiaries, BKF Investment Group, Inc., formerly known as BKF Management Co., Inc. ("BIG") and BKF Asset Holdings, Inc. (“BKF Holdings”) all of which are collectively referred to herein as the "Company" or "BKF." The Company trades on the over the counter market under the symbol ("BKFG"). Currently, the Company plans to engage in the asset management business through its subsidiary BKF Advisors, Inc., which is a registered investment advisor in the States of Florida and California. BKF is also seeking to consummate an acquisition, merger or business combination with an operating entity to enhance BKF's revenues and increase shareholder value.
	The consolidated financial statements of BKF, include BIG and BIG's two wholly owned subsidiaries BKF Advisors, Inc. (“BKF Advisors”) and BKF Asset Management, Inc., ("BAM") and BAM's two wholly-owned subsidiaries, BKF GP, Inc. (“BKF GP”) and LEVCO Securities, Inc. ("LEVCO Securities"). On November 27, 2012 LEVCO Securities was dissolved. All intercompany accounts have been eliminated.
	BAM was an investment advisor which was registered under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, as amended; it withdrew its registration on December 19, 2006. BAM had no operations during 2013 and 2012.
Use of Estimates, Policy [Policy Text Block]	'
	Use of Estimates
	The preparation of the consolidated financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the consolidated financial statements and reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting periods. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Policy [Policy Text Block]	'
	Cash, and Cash Equivalents
	The Company treats all investments with maturities at acquisition of three months or less as cash equivalents. Investments in money market funds are valued at net asset value. The Company maintains substantially all of its cash and cash equivalents invested in interest bearing instruments at two nationally recognized financial institutions, which at times may exceed federally insured limits. As a result the Company is exposed to credit risk related to the money market funds and the market rate inherent in those funds.
Comprehensive Income, Policy [Policy Text Block]	'
	Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
	The Company presents other comprehensive income in accordance with ASC Topic 220, Comprehensive Income. This section requires that an enterprise (a) classify items of other comprehensive income by their nature in a financial statement and (b) display the accumulated balance of other comprehensive income separately from retained earnings and additional paid in capital in the equity section of a statement of position. The Company reports its unrealized gains and losses on investments in securities as other comprehensive income (loss) in its financial statements.
Investment, Policy [Policy Text Block]	'
	Investments in Affiliated Investment Partnerships
	BKF GP served as the managing general partner for several affiliated investment partnerships ("AIP"), which primarily engaged in the trading of publicly traded equity securities, and in the case of one partnership, distressed corporate debt. Currently all AIP activities have been terminated and BKF GP is in the process of dissolving those partnerships.
Income Tax, Policy [Policy Text Block]	'
	Income Taxes
	The Company accounts for income taxes in accordance with the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification (ASC) Topic 740, Income Taxes.
	Interest costs and penalties related to income taxes are classified as interest expense and general and administrative costs, respectively, in the Company's consolidated financial statements.
	The Company and its subsidiaries file consolidated Federal and combined state and local tax returns. The Company is currently subject to a three year statue of limitations by major tax jurisdictions. Tax years 2010 and forward remain open to examination.
	Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to the differences between the financial statement carrying amount of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax basis. Future tax benefits are recognized only to the extent that realization of such benefits is more likely than not to occur. The Company has recorded a valuation reserve of approximately $5.7 million and $4.5 million against its net deferred tax asset as of December 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively. The Company believes that it is not likely that this deferred tax benefit will be utilized within the statutory period allowed
Earnings Per Share, Policy [Policy Text Block]	'
	Earnings Per Share
	Basic earnings (loss) per share is calculated by dividing net income (loss) by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the year. Diluted earnings (loss) per share is computed by dividing net income (loss) by the total of the weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding and common stock equivalents. Diluted earnings (loss) per share is computed using the treasury stock method.
	There were no common stock equivalents for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012.
Fair Value of Financial Instruments, Policy [Policy Text Block]	'
	Fair Values of Financial Instruments
	The Company adopted FASB ASC 820-10-50, “Fair Value Measurements”. This guidance defines fair value, establishes a three-level valuation hierarchy for disclosures of fair value measurement and enhances disclosure requirements for fair value measures. The three levels are defined as follows:
	Level 1 inputs to the valuation methodology are quoted prices (unadjusted) for identical assets or liabilities in active markets.
	Level 2 inputs to the valuation methodology include quoted prices for similar assets and liabilities in active markets, and inputs that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly, for substantially the full term of the financial instrument.
	Level 3 inputs to valuation methodology are unobservable and significant to the fair measurement.
	The carrying amounts reported in the balance sheets for cash and cash equivalents, and current liabilities each qualify as financial instruments and are a reasonable estimate of fair value because of the short period of time between the origination of such instruments and their expected realization and their current market rate of interest. Marketable securities are valued using Level 1 inputs.
New Accounting Pronouncements, Policy [Policy Text Block]	'
	Recent Accounting Developments
	There are no new accounting standards that are expected to have a significant impact on the Company.

Investments_Tables

Investments (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Investments, Debt and Equity Securities [Abstract]	'
Summary of Financial Information of Qualstar [Table Text Block]	'
	A summary of financial information for Qualstar is as follows (in thousands):
	Year Ended June 30,	2013		2012
	Net revenues	$	12,642	$	17,081
	Cost of goods sold		9,187		13,390
	Gross profit		3,455		3,691
	Total operating expenses		13,866		7,806
	Loss from operations		-10,411		-4,115
	Other income		48		24
	Loss before income taxes		-10,363		-4,091
	Provision (benefit) for income taxes		-		16
	Net loss	$	-10,363	$	-4,107
	Year Ended June 30,	2013		2012
	Current assets	$	14,046	$	22,137
	Noncurrent assets		6,161		6,687
	Total assets	$	20,207	$	28,824
	Current liabilities	$	5,445	$	3,745
	Other long-term liabilities		17		26
	Total liabilities	$	5,462	$	3,771
	Total shareholders’ equity	$	14,745	$	25,053
	Company's equity investment	$	1,684	$	3,431

Income_Taxes_Tables

Income Taxes (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities [Table Text Block]	'
	The tax effects of temporary differences that give rise to significant portions of deferred tax assets and liabilities, shown net in the deferred tax asset on the Consolidated Statements of Financial Condition, consisted of the following (dollar amounts in thousands):
		Year Ended
		December 31,
		2013		2012
	Deferred tax assets:
	Unrealized loss on investment	$	1,337	$	221
	Net operating loss carryforward		4,560		4,450
	Gross deferred tax asset	$	5,897	$	4,671
	Deferred tax liabilities:
	Deferred state income taxes	$	-164	$	-105
	Gross deferred tax liabilities	$	-164	$	-105
	Net deferred tax asset	$	5,733	$	4,566
	Valuation reserve		-5,733		-4,566
		$	-	$	-
Schedule of Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation [Table Text Block]	'
	A reconciliation of income tax (benefit) with expected federal income tax expense (benefit) computed at the applicable federal tax rate of 35% is as follows (dollar amounts in thousands):
		Year Ended
		December 31,
		2013		2012
	Expected income tax (benefit)	$	-905	$	-317
	Increase/Decrease in income tax resulting from:
	Other		-474		97
	Change in valuation reserve		1,379		220
	Income tax expense	$	-	$	-

Organization_and_Summary_of_Si2

Organization and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details Textual) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Deferred Tax Assets, Valuation Allowance	$5,733	$4,566

Concentrations_Details_Textual

Concentrations (Details Textual)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Cash, FDIC in Single Bank Account, Description	'The Company had amounts in excess of $250,000 in a single bank during the year.
Cash, FDIC Not Insured, Anticipated Excess Amount, Description	'Amounts over $250,000 are not insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.
Cash, FDIC Balances Fluctuate, Description	'These balances fluctuate during the year and can exceed this $250,000 limit.

Related_Party_Transactions_Det

Related Party Transactions (Details Textual) (USD $)	1 Months Ended
	Oct. 01, 2011	Jan. 01, 2009	Jan. 01, 2009	Jan. 01, 2009
		Catalyst Financial Llc [Member]	Net Software Inc [Member]	Ridgefield Acquisition Corp [Member]
Monthly License Fee	$2,000	$500	$100	$100

Investments_Details

Investments (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Jun. 30, 2013	Jun. 30, 2012
			Qualstar [Member]	Qualstar [Member]
Net revenues	'	'	$12,642	$17,081
Cost of goods sold	'	'	9,187	13,390
Gross profit	'	'	3,455	3,691
Total operating expenses	'	'	13,866	7,806
Loss from operations	'	'	-10,411	-4,115
Other income	-1,678	-1,064	48	24
Loss before income taxes	'	'	-10,363	-4,091
Provision (benefit) for income taxes	0	0	0	16
Net loss	($2,343)	($1,887)	($10,363)	($4,107)

Investments_Details_1

Investments (Details 1) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011	Jun. 30, 2013	Jun. 30, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified				Qualstar [Member]	Qualstar [Member]
Current assets	'	'	'	$14,046	$22,137
Noncurrent assets	'	'	'	6,161	6,687
Total assets	6,885	9,215	'	20,207	28,824
Current liabilities	'	'	'	5,445	3,745
Other long-term liabilities	'	'	'	17	26
Total liabilities	33	35	'	5,462	3,771
Total shareholdersb equity	6,852	9,180	11,056	14,745	25,053
Company's equity investment	'	'	'	$1,684	$3,431

Investments_Details_Textual

Investments (Details Textual) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Jul. 03, 2013
Equity Method Investment, Realized Gain (Loss) on Disposal (in dollars)	($2,073,000)	($1,064,000)	'
Earnings Per Share, Basic and Diluted, Total	($0.31)	($0.25)	'
Qualstar [Member]	'	'	'
Income (Loss) from Equity Method Investments	53,000	'	'
Qualstar Corporation [Member]	'	'	'
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	'	'	18.30%
Investment Owned, Balance, Shares (in shares)	2,594,748	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Percentage of Outstanding Stock Maximum	21.18%	'	'
Investment Owned, at Fair Value (in dollars)	902,000	'	'
Investment Owned, Face Amount (in dollars)	2,900,000	'	'
Equity Method Investment, Realized Gain (Loss) on Disposal (in dollars)	2,073,000	1,064,000	'
Interlink Electronics Inc [Member] | Chief Executive Officer [Member]	'	'	'
Common Stock Held For Investment Shares	6,600	'	'
Common Stock Held For Investment Value	$50,000	'	'

Income_Taxes_Details

Income Taxes (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Deferred tax assets:	'	'
Unrealized loss on investment	$1,337	$221
Net operating loss carryforward	4,560	4,450
Gross deferred tax asset	5,897	4,671
Deferred tax liabilities:	'	'
Deferred state income taxes	-164	-105
Gross deferred tax liabilities	-164	-105
Net deferred tax asset	5,733	4,566
Valuation reserve	-5,733	-4,566
Deferred Tax Assets, Net	$0	$0

Income_Taxes_Details_1

Income Taxes (Details 1) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Income Taxes [Line Items]	'	'
Expected income tax (benefit)	($905)	($317)
Increase/Decrease in income tax resulting from:	'	'
Other	-474	97
Change in valuation reserve	1,379	220
Income tax expense	$0	$0

Income_Taxes_Details_Textual

Income Taxes (Details Textual) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013
Income Taxes [Line Items]	'
Operating Loss Carryforwards, Limitations on Use	'$344,000 per year
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, at Federal Statutory Income Tax Rate, Percent	35.00%
Domestic Tax Authority [Member]	'
Income Taxes [Line Items]	'
Operating Loss Carryforwards	12.2
State and Local Jurisdiction [Member]	'
Income Taxes [Line Items]	'
Operating Loss Carryforwards	8.4
Income Tax Expire 2025 Through 2028 [Member]	'
Income Taxes [Line Items]	'
Operating Loss Carryforwards Expiration Period	'Expire in 2025 thru 2028
Income Tax Expire 2030 Through 2032 [Member]	'
Income Taxes [Line Items]	'
Operating Loss Carryforwards Expiration Period	'Expire in 2030 through 2032

Commitments_and_Contingencies_

Commitments and Contingencies (Details Textual) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Loss Contingency, Damages Sought, Value	$171,000

Restricted_Stock_Grant_Details

Restricted Stock Grant (Details Textual) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Salaries, Wages and Officers' Compensation	$60,000
July 31, 2013 [Member]	'
Common Stock Vesting	25,000
July 31, 2014 [Member]	'
Common Stock Vesting	25,000
July 31, 2015 [Member]	'
Common Stock Vesting	25,000
July 31, 2016 [Member]	'
Common Stock Vesting	25,000
Restricted Stock [Member]	'
Shares, Issued	100,000
Stock compensation	$14,875