Ida McCarthy

Happiness Is Pets - The Truth

Ida McCarthy-Lombard Real Estate — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 20:28:42 -0600

Meet their breeders - all run puppy mills!!!!!

Happiness is pets is a pet store in Illinois that sells dogs from puppy mills. They have stores in Lombard, Arlington Heights, Orland Park, Naperville, Downers Grove, and Oak Lawn.

It's time the truth came out about where these puppies are coming from. They are telling you these dogs come from reputable breeders, when in fact, they are not. Innocent consumers are being told lies and it just baffles me that they continue to get away with it.

Our legislature is currently working on ways to change the way this industry is run.

In the meantime the dogs are still in the puppy mills living in horrendous conditions.

***It's time we speak up for the voiceless***

Now for all the people who are reading this that are going to say, "But I got my dog there, and he's fine!!!!" Please, look at the conditions your puppy was raised in. Would you have still purchased the puppy if you knew where it came from? They lied to you.

Click on the link if you don't know what a puppy mill is..... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2HM8UmHM8Uo

Please see below for documentation on the breeders for Happiness Is Pets compliments of The Companion Animal Protection Society:

http://www.caps-web.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=169&Itemid=207&report_id=38

Steve Kruse is their main breeder: http://www.caps-web.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=169&Itemid=207&report_id=38

(You have to click on the link above to see the video)

Steve Kruse
Stonehenge Kennel
2345 Hwy 16
West Point, IA 52656
42-B-0182
John Lies, ACI
USDA Inspection: 1/29/03
CAPS Investigation: 7/9/04

View as PDF: Kruse-1.pdf View as PDF: Kruse-2.pdf View as PDF: Kruse-3.pdf View as PDF: Kruse-4.pdf

Note - Videos are not set to autoplay. You must use the buttons in the video control panel to start/stop them.

Also see: Kerry Blue Rescue Terrier Foundation purchased/rescued 34 Steve Kruse dogs at the Shelbina auction on March 18, 2006.

Approximately 1350 dogs and 20 puppies. Breeds: Bull Mastiffs, Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, English Bulldogs, Huskies, Shiba Inus, Labradors, Miniature Pinschers, Yorkshire Terriers, Australian Cattle Dogs, Lhasa Apsos, Maltese, Shar Peis, Pugs, American Bulldogs

Steve Kruse’s kennel had several buildings. The single-story building at the southeastern edge of the property was about 85 feet long (north and south) and about 30 feet wide. The structure was made of brick and wood. It had a white peaked metal roof and concrete flooring. The east end of the building had about 16 outside runs made of untreated, rusting metal (3.1(c)(i)-Surfaces). The pens had concrete floors. There was a doggie-door at the west end to allow access to a chain link area inside the building. The outside runs had no windbreaks other than the building itself at the west end (3.4(b)-Shelter from the elements). There was a piece of black tarp raised about three feet above the ground and covering an area of about six feet by five feet at the top of the northernmost pen. Each pen contained two dogs (Labradors and Bull Mastiffs).

Inside the building were four cages made of plastic-coated wire. One of the cages held three Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and a Husky; another had a Shiba Inu and three Cavalier King Charles Spaniels; and a third had two Maltese and four Pugs (3.6(c)(1)(i)-Primary enclosures). A fourth cage held only two Maltese puppies. All of the cages had red plastic self feeders. The plastic water bowls were on the floor (3.9(b)-Watering).

Northwest of this building was a single-story structure about 200 feet long and fifty feet wide. It had white brick walls and white, metal peaked roof. The building had garage doors at its east and west ends, which lead into a room of about fifty feet long and wide. Inside were cages, tools, boxes, and a dolly. There were metal containers at the right side of the eastern doorway inside the building, including a red gasoline container with a yellow spout. North of this room was a doorway with an open door. This led to a room of similar dimensions to the garage. This room had about 20 cages with wooden support beams, treated wire doors, backings and floors, and white plastic sides. The cages were about three feet above the concrete flooring. Some pens contained one to two dogs, each weighing about 25 pounds, while another contained a single dog Labrador weighing about 65 pounds in weight (3.6(c)(1)(i)-Primary enclosures). One pen had three Cavalier King Charles Spaniels (3.6(c)(1)(i)-Primary enclosures).

The eastern side of the northern wall of this room had a doorway with no door on it, which led to a room identical to the one previously described in the above paragraph. One pen held two Huskies (3.6(c)(1)(i)-Primary enclosures), an English Bulldog and a Shiba Inu (3.6(c)(1)(i)-Primary enclosures). The English Bulldog had sagging breasts. Also, a wall of her pen was smeared with blood about a foot in every direction (2.40-Vet Care). One pen had a Shih Tzu, a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and a Yorkshire Terrier (3.6(c)(1)(i)-Primary enclosures). Another pen contained an Eskimo and two French Bulldogs (3.6(c)(1)(i)-Primary enclosures). Another held four Cavalier King Charles Spaniels (3.6(c)(1)(i)-Primary enclosures).

A room was north of this through a door at the eastern side of the northern wall. The room had cages identical to those described in the previous paragraph, except for the cages at the eastern wall which were only about two feet wide instead of three feet wide. Three Shih Tzu were in one of the larger cages (3.6(c)(1)(i)-Primary enclosures), and another cage that contained two Shih Tzu and a Maltese (3.6(c)(1)(i)-Primary enclosures).

The eastern side of the northern wall of the above described room accessed a room with about 30 cages in it. All were similar in description to those previously noted and were about three feet long and two feet wide. One cage had four Maltese (3.6(c)(1)(i)-Primary enclosures). One of the smaller cages held three Lhasa Apsos (3.6(c)(1)(i)-Primary enclosures).

Some of the cages described above contained red plastic self feeders hooked onto the cage doors, while others contained metal coffee cans for food dishes. The cans were placed on the wire flooring (3.9(b)-Feeding). All of the cages in the rooms contained lix-it water devices that ran from the ceiling.

East of the above described structure were two other buildings. Each was about 200 feet long and 20 feet wide, and had about 48 cages on each side. The cages were made of wooden supports and wire bottoms and walls. A metal ceiling covered all of the cages. Red plastic self-feeders were on all of the doors. All of the cages were about three feet above the ground on wooden beams.

Also, all of the cages had untreated metal bar doors that were rusting (3.1(c)(i)-Surfaces). The buildings also had tarps that were rolled up at the bottoms of the outside walls and tied to ropes that reached to the ceilings. This system appeared to be a way to hoist the tarps up in order to cover the sides of the enclosures. Various small and large breeds were in the cages, including Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Labrador Retrievers, English Bulldogs, Shar Peis, Bull Mastiffs, Shiba Inus, Bichon Frises, Chihuahuas, and Pugs.

Overcrowding was evident throughout the buildings: cages with three or four Cavalier King Charles Spaniels; one cage with three Chihuahuas, a Pug, and a Maltese; two cages with two Labradors each; four Bichons in a cage; two cages with various breeds (four to five to each cage); four Shih Tzus in a cage, and a cage with two Shar Peis (3.6(c)(1)(i)-Primary enclosures). Another problem was stained concrete floors in the buildings (3.1(c)(2)-Maintenance and replacement of surfaces).

Fur and debris had accumulated on the wooden ledge on of one of English Bulldog pens (3.11(a)-Cleaning of primary enclosures). Several full grown Shar Peis had clear discharge oozing from their red eyes (2.40-Vet Care).

In a phone conversation I had with Steve Kruse on 8/3/04, Kruse told me that he has been breeding dogs in a commercial business since 1986 and that he has 1350 adult dogs. He said he sells dogs to The Hunte Corporation and two family-owned pet store chains in Illinois and Florida, one of which has four stores and the other which has two. Kruse said that “a gal”, whom he later admitted is his wife, owns a pet store in Florida he sells to. He added that she drives up from Florida to pick up puppies in Illinois, Iowa, Arkansas and Missouri before going back to Florida. He said that he sells to Happiness is Pets stores in the Chicago area.

The Grabers:

http://www.caps-web.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=169&Itemid=207&report_id=124

Les Knust:

http://www.caps-web.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=169&Itemid=207&report_id=128

Brian Mohrfeld:

http://www.caps-web.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=169&Itemid=207&report_id=114

Delilah Jean Wagler:

http://www.caps-web.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=169&Itemid=207&report_id=125

Arlene Walljasper

Gail Westercamp

Juliana Stecker-Van Winkle

Marty Gadient

Annette Moeller

Terry Glover

Gina Westercamp

Estelle & Kathy Keys

Andrew Hill

Robert Pope

Wendall Ware

Connie Harland

Mary Ann Doss

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Mill Crossing In Naperville

Ida McCarthy-Lombard Real Estate — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:42:51 -0600

Sought after Mill Crossing in Naperville!

520 Burning Tree #308

Asking price 104,900

What a location!

MUST SELL!

Not a short sale or foreclosure, move in condition! Huge one bedroom condo with updated cabinets and countertops. Ceramic entry with double closets for additional storage. Freshly painted throughout. New white six panel doors and new ceiling fans. All appliances included. Secure elavator building with laundry on first floor and additional storage space. Mill Crossing in Naperville is a sought after community! Association fee includes heat, water, pool and tennis court. Fantastic location! Short walk to train and town. Steps to acclaimed Naperville North High School. Call Ida at 630-479-4673 for more information. See inside pictures at idamccarthy.com.

***Welcome Home***

Mill Crossing In Naperville

Ida McCarthy-Lombard Real Estate — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 17:16:02 -0500

Sought After Mill Crossing In Naperville!

Asking price 129,900

Seller very motivated!

Two bedroom, third floor unit in elevator building in a fantastic location! Hurry and get the $8000 first time home buyer credit. Move in condition, freshly painted, carpets cleaned. Master bedroom has handicap bathtub. Good size rooms and plenty of storage. Mill Crossing in Naperville is a very well maintained complex. Association fee includes heat, water, gas, pool, tennis court and clubhouse. Handicap parking spot included. Steps to Naperville North High School, close to train, town, shopping and expressways. Great value!

View more pictures at www.idamccarthy.com

LOMBARD LILAC MUTT STRUT

Ida McCarthy-Lombard Real Estate — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 09:41:47 -0500

***THE LOMBARD LILAC MUTT STRUTT***

5K RUN AND PUPPY PATH

Saturday, May 16th. starting time 8:00AM

Sponsored by the Lombard Veterinary Hospital

Join Max the rescue dog and myself for a great day of fun and exercise!

Each runner is invited to the Pancake Breakfast in Lilacia Park following the race. Music, food and massages will also be available.

Ever heard the saying, "If your dog is overweight, YOU aren't getting enough exercise?" Take a day off and enjoy Lombard and all it has to offer! It's a great time for you and your pet. Meet all the canine residents and their owners!

Registration is required, call 630-620-7322 or visit www.lombardparks.com.

If anyone is thinking about making Lombard your permanent home, feel free to give me a call at 630-479-4673 or visit my website at idamccarthy.com.

Hope to see you there!

Turnberry Manor Roselle Illinois

Ida McCarthy-Lombard Real Estate — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 14:18:59 -0500

Welcome to Turnberry Manor in Roselle! It's a great time to buy a home! If you have not owned a home in the last 3 years there is an $8000.00 tax credit that's available for all buyers! And even better news, you don't have to pay it back!!!!

Interest rates are at an all time low, don't wait! Take advantage of this incredible opportunity to own a home.

As of April 13th, 2009 there are 24 townhomes for sale ranging in price from $135,000 to 235,000. $135,000???? Yes, 135,000 for a two bedroom home in this fabulous community! Steps to the train station, well taken care of complex, and they even have a dog park!

Turnberry Manor is a great place to live. I know many of the residents in the community and they asked me to keep them updated and informed on the garage sales, prices of homes sold, services offered in the complex, etc. Feel free to visit www.turnberrybuzz for the scoop.

Call me anytime for information regarding Turnberry Manor. I would be happy to answer any questions you may have. My direct line is 630-479-4673.

Ida McCarthy - Broker

Sherwood Realty

www.idamccarthy.com

BRICK RANCH IN VILLA PARK - OPEN HOUSE

Ida McCarthy-Lombard Real Estate — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 12:28:37 -0500

OPEN SUNDAY MAY 3rd, 2009 FROM 1:00 - 4:00

126 VILLA, VILLA PARK - OFFERED AT 208,000

CALLING ALL BUYERS! WHAT A GREAT TIME TO BUY! PUT THAT 8,000 STIMULUS CREDIT IN YOUR POCKET!

Motivated sellers, bring all offers! Not a short sale or foreclosure, just a great opportunity for you to own a solid brick ranch in a great location! Walk to train, prairie path, shopping, parks, two minutes to expressway.

3 bedrooms, 1 bath, huge basement just waiting for your decorating touches.

For more information please call Ida Mccarthy at 630-479-4673 or visit our open house on Sunday. Hope to see you there!

www.idamccarthy.com

Brick Ranch In Villa Park Illinois - Calling All Buyers!

Ida McCarthy-Lombard Real Estate — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 16:29:38 -0600

OPPORTUNITY KNOCKING! MOVE IN CONDTION BRICK RANCH IN VILLA PARK ILLINOIS!

ASKING PRICE 219,900

Calling all buyers! Now is a great time to buy and this is an outstanding opportunity for home ownership. Long time owners have kept this home in great condition. A little updating will go a long way here!

Offering three bedrooms, one bath, and a huge unfinished basement. Good size eat in kitchen, plus a dining room. Hardwood floors under carpet in living room, and all three bedrooms with oak hardwood floors. Newer windows, roof and driveway. Freshly painted throughout. Nice size yard with room on driveway for 5 cars!

This brick ranch in Villa Park is in a great location! Walk to train, shopping, park and the famous prairie path. Owner is motivated and ready to sell! This is not a foreclosure or short sale.

Call Ida McCarthy at 630-479-4673 for more information.

www.idamccarthy.com

Help Stop Puppy Mills In Illinois - Sign Chloe's Bill

Ida McCarthy-Lombard Real Estate — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 18:20:25 -0600

Hello Active Rainers! We need your help in Illinois to stop puppy mills!

A new bill named Chloe's Bill after a rescued puppy mill dog is being introduced.

The opportunity for serious puppy mill reform has come to Illinois!

A bill that would put an end to the horrific conditions endured in the puppy mills throughtout Illinois. The midwestern states have an abundance of them and it's time FOR CHANGE. The bill has been introduced in both chambers of the Illinois General Assembly.

Sponsored by State Representative John Fritchey and State and Senator Don Kotowski.

Please visit the ASPCA link below, and you will help to end the abuse and cruelty found in these mills.

aspca.org

***THANK YOU SPEAKING UP FOR THE VOICELESS***

Concord Pointe In Carol Stream - Just Listed!

Ida McCarthy-Lombard Real Estate — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 18:26:01 -0600

***JUST LISTED***

Gorgeous two story townhome in sought after Concord Pointe in Carol Stream.

Offered at 222,900

2 bedrooms, 2 full baths and powder room on first level. One car attached garage, low association fee.

You'll love the ceramic tile entry and easy to clean laminate wood floors on the first level. Updated kitchen with loads of cherry maple cabinets. Eating area plus breakfast bar for those informal gatherings.

Open floor plan for entertaining, gas fireplace in living room plus floor to ceiling windows to let the sun shine in!

Concord Pointe in Carol Stream is a sought after community!

Huge master bedroom with vaulted ceiling gives the room a dramatic flair. Private bath and walk in closet. Walk down the hall to the loft area, perfect for your home office. The second floor laundry is a truly a time saver. No need to go up and down the stairs with a laundry basket! There's even an extra full bath for the second bedroom.

One car attached garage and low association fee. Great location, two minutes to expressway and shopping. Award winning Glen Ellyn schools. Now is the time to buy, make it yours today!

Call Ida at 630-479-4673 before it's gone! See more inside pictures at www.idamccarthy.com

Ovaltine Smokestack - Watch It Come Down!

Ida McCarthy-Lombard Real Estate — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 20:01:38 -0500

Remember Ovaltine? Is it still around? I really don't know, but this Ovaltine factory used to be in Villa Park Illinois.

Villa Park is a small town in Dupage county with a country feel. It's next to Lombard, where I live now and I grew up down the street from Ovaltine smelling chocolate every single day! It was great!

Well, that was a long long time ago and they have since converted the big old factory! There are luxury loft like apartments there now.

Yesterday, they blew up the smokestack and it was pretty cool. Click on the link below to watch.

http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/Chicagos_Ovaltine_Smokestack_Comes_Down.html

Cambria In Lombard

Ida McCarthy-Lombard Real Estate — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 15:31:43 -0500

Welcome to Cambria in Lombard!

This small townhome community is one of our most popular places to live in Lombard!

As of February 19, 2009 there are 5 properties ranging in price from 219,000 to 240,000 that are available. They all offer at least two bedrooms and two baths. All have one car attached garages. A small association fee makes this oh so affordable if you're looking for a great place with an excellent location. It's the best time in years to buy a home! Don't forget the $7500 tax credit that may be available for you!

Cambria residents take pride in their community and it shows when driving through the area.

The pond and waterfall are one more feature of beautiful Cambria!

If you're thinking of moving to Lombard give me a call! I think you'll like it as much as I do!

Feel free to visit my website at www.idamccarthy.com or give me a call at 630-479-4673.

Thanks for visiting!

Towne Square - Addison - Luxury Townhome

Ida McCarthy-Lombard Real Estate — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 13:42:08 -0500

Welcome To Towne Square - Addison Illinois

***Just Listed***

700 St. John's Place Addison, Illinois

Offered at 374,900

Luxury two story end unit priced for "today's market". Stunning columned entry with ceramic tile greets you in the foyer. Gleaming granite countertops and stainless steel appliances are just a few of the amenities of the chef's kitchen.

Walls of windows, architectural upgrades, custom built-in shelves, and gas fireplace show off the living room beautifully. Neutral decor, white six panels doors throughout entire home.

Huge master bedroom with private bath offering double sinks, separate shower and ceramic tile. Good size second bedroom with another full bath down the hall for your guests.

Professionally finished basement with wet bar, berber carpet and walk out to the brilliant view. This is the best location in Towne Square with views of the pond and waterfall! Low association fee, two minutes to expressway, walk to shopping, parks and school.

Call Ida today at 630-479-4673 for a private showing. See more pictures at www.idamccarthy.com

Another Cool Tool - And It's Free!

Ida McCarthy-Lombard Real Estate — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 16:33:34 -0500

Another great free tool for your clients!

I just found a new website floorplanner.com. You can arrange your rooms with furniture to get a sneak preview on your design. Always love to share here because Active Rain does rock!

photo compliments of Marti Garaughty

Lombard Farmers Market

Ida McCarthy-Lombard Real Estate — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:35:03 -0500

LOMBARD FARMERS MARKET

Are you afraid to eat tomatoes right now? With all the talk on the news about the tainted tomaotes and peppers, why not visit your local farmers market!

These farmers go to great lenghts to make sure their fruit and vegetables are perfect. No worries when you buy from them.

Our Lombard Farmers Market is every Tuesday from 8:00 AM till 1:00 PM on the corner of Elizabeth and St. Charles Road in downtown Lombard.

They have pastries, breads, oils, coffee, (although it was 85 degrees here today, I skipped the coffee and got water!), etc. Very very reasonable prices too!

Just another reason Lombard is such a great town to live in!

If you're thinking of moving to the area, please feel free to give me a call at 630-479-4673 or visit my website at www.idamccarthy.com.

Join us at the Taste Of Lombard!

Ida McCarthy-Lombard Real Estate — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 16:47:41 -0500

Just one of the many great reasons I live in Lombard Illinois! Taste Of Lombard!

Come join us from July 2nd through July 6th at Madison Meadows park. No need to spend gas money, just walk on over! It's a great low cost way to have some family fun.

Live on stage featuring: Blooze Brothers, Tin Horse and many more. From corn on the cob to deep fried ice cream, you won't leave feeling hungry! Tons of rides for the kids and adults to enjoy. The games will keep you winning teddy bears all night long!

Featuring local artists and their handmade creations you'll find many unique treasures and gifts. I have a bracelet I found there years ago and people still ask me "Where did you find that"?

The fireworks concert starts at 9:30 on the fourth. This is one of the best fireworks display in Dupage county. You won't be dissappointed!

If you would like more information on the Taste Of Lombard, or if you are thinking of moving here, please feel free to give me a call. This is just one of the perks we have to offer!

Ida McCarthy-Broker

630-479-4673

Sherwood Realty

www.idamccarthy.com

Turnberry Manor Roselle Illinois - Just Listed

Ida McCarthy-Lombard Real Estate — Sun, 08 Jun 2008 19:02:04 -0500

***JUST LISTED.....MUST SELL***

TURNBERRY MANOR ROSELLE ILLINOIS

2 bedroom, 2.5 baths, one car attached garage

Offered at 219,900

This townhome shows like a model! Simply gorgeous throughout! White six panel doors and trim, neutral carpet, skylight and painted in "today's colors". Updated kitchen with ceramic tile and separate eating area. Large living room overlooks huge backyard.

Premium location in Turnberry Manor on cul de sac next to private area. The master bedroom boasts vaulted ceilings, walk in closet and private bath with soaking tub, double sinks, and beautiful ceramic tile. Another full bath for your guests on the second level.

The Turnberrry Manor subdivision has it's own Metra station, Flyers Field, and a fenced in area for your pets! Low association fee, two minutes to expressway, acclaimed Lake Park high school!

visit www.idamccarthy.com for inside pictures or call Ida McCarthy at 630-479-4673 for more information

JUST TO UPDATE EVERYONE: THIS HOME SOLD FOR 212,500 IN SEPTEMBER 2008

Buyers Beware - SSA Taxes On New Construction

Ida McCarthy-Lombard Real Estate — Mon, 26 May 2008 17:42:33 -0500

What's not to love about new construction? I'll tell you what.... SSA TAXES!

What are they and why do I care?

SSA stands for "Special Service Area". When a builder starts a subdivision they of course build new homes, put in sidewalks, streetlights, streets, etc. Now who pays for all of this? YOU DO!

On top of your real estate taxes, there may be "SSA Taxes".

If you decide to be unrepresented by a realtor when you buy new construction, it is imperative that you ask the builder about the taxes. It is also just as important to have an attorney look over the contract to make sure this area is covered BEFORE you sign. I have met many people who have overlooked this and now are paying thousands of dollars in taxes, and they have no recourse.

The builder may say to you there is a "dormant" SSA tax". Dormant means that you don't have any now, but in the future you may be taxed if certain conditions occur.

The best way to make sure there are no surprises when buying new construction is to be represented by a realtor. That's what we're here for!

Call me anytime at 630-479-4673 or visit www.idamccarthy.com

Always looking out for my clients!

(photo courtesy of ppdigital)

Lots In Bloomingdale - Calling All Builders!

Ida McCarthy-Lombard Real Estate — Wed, 14 May 2008 16:31:29 -0500

Opportunity Knocking!

Calling All Builders!

These lots in Bloomingdale are the best deal in Dupage county!

4.37 acres, permits and engineering completed, ready to build today!

Could be the last Bloomingdale subdivision! Hard to find vacant land in this sought after upscale community!

Lots in Bloomingdale are a rarity! Located at the corner of Foster & Thorn.

Wetland, survey, delineation, soil, tree study all completed. 4.37 acres undeveloped and ready to build. No homes to tear down, none in flood plain.

Once developed this will a 4 custom home subdivision on a secluded wooded lot. The lot sizes range from 1/2 to over 3/4 of an acre. Bloomingdale's hottest up and coming area! Two minutes to expressay, acclaimed Lake Park High School.

Call Ida McCarthy at 630-479-4673 or visit www.idamccarthy.com for more information.

***DON'T LET THIS OPPORTUNITY PASS YOU BY***

Lombard Mutt Strutt

Ida McCarthy-Lombard Real Estate — Mon, 12 May 2008 19:18:56 -0500

LOMBARD MUTT STRUTT

CALLING ALL DOGS, BIG OR SMALL, SHORT OR TALL!

Bring your owners to downtown Lombard, Saturday May 17, 2008 and join in the Lombard 5K Mutt Strutt.

Starting time 8:00, meeting downtown you'll head to the gorgeous prairie path with your pooches. Also offering a "one mile puppy option". Includes t-shirt and pancake breakfast. Treats and water will be passed out along the way. If you would like to be a volunteer, call the number or visit the website shown below.

Another great reason to live here! Let your buddy spend some time on the prairie path, they'll love it no matter how big or small. (Are you always saying you want to exercise more?) Or enjoy the "one mile puppy option". The prairie path was MADE for the dogs, so come on down!

When the race is over you can stroll through Lilacia Park and see all the lilacs in bloom at this very moment! There are some cute little cafes downtown to sit and sample the coffee and sandwiches.

If you're considering moving to Lombard, please give me a call at 630-479-4673 or visit my website at www.idamccarthy.com.

For more information call: 630-620-8063 or click on www.lombardparks.com.

LAKEWOOD IN SCHAUMBURG

Ida McCarthy-Lombard Real Estate — Fri, 02 May 2008 15:14:32 -0500

LAKEWOOD IN SCHAUMBURG

JUST LISTED

OFFERED AT 128,900

Incredible condition....excellent quiet location! Sought after second floor unit with balcony overlooking pretty courtyard. Lakewood in Schaumburg is one of the most popular communites in the town.

This one bedroom, one bath unit offers a gorgeous updated kitchen, bath with ceramic tile, neutral carpet throughout. Furnace new in 2007. NO HEATING BILLS! Low association fee includes heat, water, cooking gas, and parking spot. Separate dining area, absolutely HUGE walk in closet with custom shelving. SMOKE FREE PET FREE HOME!

Acclaimed Schaumburg school district. Walk to everything location, two minutes to expressway. Call Ida at 630-479-4673 before it's gone!

View inside pics at www.idamccarthy.com

Lombard Illinois - Prairie Path - Taking a break today....

Ida McCarthy-Lombard Real Estate — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 14:02:22 -0500

LOMBARD ILLINOIS - PRAIRIE PATH

Taking a break from real estate today, I've been extremely busy, this market is definitely turning around! There are many great deals here, and it seems the buyers are finally getting it!

It's time to take a day and kick back and enjoy our 60 degree day here! The weather has been extremely chilly and it's gorgeous right now!

If you're not familiar with Lombard Illinois, this is just one of many perks we have here, the Illinois Prairie Path.

It's a 62 mile walking/bike path, 25 miles west of Chicago.

Built in the 1960'S,it was the Chicago, Aurora and Elgin electric railroad. The Prairie Path was the first "rail to trail" conversion of it's kind in the country. The volunteer movement that created it, led by legendary Chicago area naturalist, May Thielgaard Watts, sparked a national trend.

The path starts in Maywood and ends in Elgin. Certain parts have the old fashioned streetlights and it's soooo pretty at night all lit up.

I walk everyday on the path, but today I lingered along enjoying the day, taking pictures, looking at the trees finally blooming for spring, and catching some critters just hanging out.

Lombard is a great place to live! I'll share more of Lombard's great features, but today, I'm taking it easy.

You should too!

BLOOMINGDALE ILLINOIS - UP AND COMING AREA - WHAT A PRICE!

Ida McCarthy-Lombard Real Estate — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 17:03:49 -0500

Ida McCarthy-Broker | Sherwood Realty | 630-479-4673

Foster & Thorn, Bloomingdale, IL

INCREDIBLE OPPORTUNITY! CALLING ALL BUILDERS!

4 acres Vacant Land

offered at $850,000

Lot Size

4 acres

DESCRIPTION

Gorgeous wooded setting ! 4 buildable lots, no homes to be torn down. None in flood plain. Survey, wetland, delineation, soil, tree study all completed. Water, electric, gas nearby. Bloomingdale's hottest up and coming area. Sought after location, new construction all around. Acclaimed Lake Park High School.

see additional photos below

LOCATION FEATURES

Ready to build! Already annexed to Bloomingdale!

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

All permits and engineering completed!

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Seller contact info:

Ida McCarthy-Broker

Sherwood Realty

630-479-4673

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Apr 17, 2008, 12:44pm PDT

Bad MLS photos, can't get enough of them!

Ida McCarthy-Lombard Real Estate — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 16:22:23 -0500

Maybe turn off the flash? Tilt your head to the right

No words needed....

Ummm..it's April

As I was searching for homes today, I came across these and needed to share...............

Hillside Illinois - Home For Sale - Brick Ranch

Ida McCarthy-Lombard Real Estate — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 08:57:29 -0500

Ida McCarthy-Broker | Sherwood Realty | 630-479-4673

223 Iroquois, Hillside, IL

Opportunity knocking! A little sweat equity will go a long way here! Second owner took excellent care of this home! Hardwood floors, roof, furnace

2 Bdrm Single Family House

offered at $184,500

Year Built	1953
Sq Footage	Unspecified
Bedrooms	2
Bathrooms	1 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	Unspecified
Lot Size	7,989 sqft
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

Central A/C	Central heat	Hardwood floor
Family room	Living room	Bonus/Rec room
Refrigerator	Stove/Oven	Basement
Laundry area - inside	Balcony, Deck, or Patio	Yard

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

Motivated Seller!

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Seller contact info:

Ida McCarthy-Broker

Sherwood Realty

630-479-4673

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Apr 4, 2008, 4:40am PDT

Turnberry Manor & Pembroke Estates - Roselle Illinois

Ida McCarthy-Lombard Real Estate — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 15:30:10 -0500

Turnberry Manor - Roselle Illinois

If you're a first time buyer looking in Roselle Illinois, this subdivision may be just what you're looking for. It's one of the nicest places to live in Dupage County. Located in the acclaimed Lake Park school district this community offers it's residents a train station, baseball field, a great park, and plenty of parking! Sometimes we find a great area to live, and no parking spots for guests! No need to worry about that here.

I thought these "snowy" pictures would be fun to look at in the summer, we can all have a good laugh. But not today, because it snowed here this morning!

Prices range from the 200,000's for a two bedroom townhome with a one car garage. The association fee is under 175.00 a month. There is also Pembroke Estates right across the street which is also great, prices starting a little higher. Pembroke Estates townhomes offer basements and two car garages.

I have listed and sold many townhomes in this community and have recently put together a website just for the residents of the community. Feel free to browse the site, www.turnberrybuzz.com.

If you would like more information on this great community, please feel free to give me a call at 630-479-4673 or visit my website at www.idamccarthy.com

Ida Mccarthy - Broker - Sherwood Realty