Karen Salmon's (ksalmon) Blog

Jan 29, 2013 I'm currently working with a buyer who wants to live in a home that is within walking distance of shopping, restaurants and other amenities. Now although Calgary ranks quite high as a walkable city, Calgarians love their cars. In fact the city planners keep building these amazing ro...

January 7, 2013 Bet you didn't know that there's more to Okotoks than a big rock in the middle of a field. We have a thriving community with a population of over 23000 and a housing market to match. Here is a summary of the home prices in the various communities in Okotoks as well as a 10 year h...

   If you're thinking about buying a home, there are a few apps you should consider downloading. As a buyer, one of the most useful apps is realtor.ca. Available from the itunes store, this is a great little app that will show you every house currently on the mls in Canada. How many times have y...

The time between Christmas and New Years is typically the time we declutter our house. I always put myself in the mindset that "if I was moving and had to pay to move this stuff, would I keep it?" Purge like your moving, even if you're not! Nothing beats starting the New Year with a tidy house. T...

Unique opportunity to renovate or build your dream home on this fabulous corner lot on 17A St in Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill. Some great views of downtown from the front step, imagine the view from a 2-storey? Corner lot on a slope- what could your architect dream up? This single owner 1400 sf ...

December 7 2012 Every month, usually on the second Saturday, the real estate agents in Okotoks host a "Parade of Open Houses". Collectively we host open houses at the homes we are selling. This makes it easier for you, as a buyer, to view several homes in one afternoon. Perhaps you're not sure wh...

I was looking for some tasty treats to take to a Halloween party and Susan suggested these. I'm making the fingers of pus! Love the crunchiness!We LOVE Halloween in our house.  We really enjoy the Trick or Treaters and make sure we have the house extra scary for them to remember from one year to ...

  Welcome to the friendly town of Vulcan. Whispering Creek is a quiet adult community. This beautiful bungalow is perfect for empty nesters who don't want the responsibility of exterior maintenance and would rather relax (or golf) than worry about yard maintenance. The main living area backs out ...

Lovely bilevel in the family orientated community of Westview. Upon entering you will notice the modern shag carpet, hardwood and wrought iron railing. Garage entrance is conveniently located off the foyer. Main floor has been painted in modern designer colors. Living room and dining room has har...

Welcome to the quiet town of Vulcan. This adult complex (plus 45)is the perfect place to call home. This end unit features a bright open main floor. Enjoy relaxing or entertaining in the great room after a day of inexpensive golf! Kitchen has black appliances and is open to the dining area. Maste...