Lisa Karam

Ogden Valley | Powder Mountain | Snowbasin Lifestyle Expert

What do Clients Say?

I write to highly recommend Lisa Karam for her significant capabilities in the sale of high-end mountain real estate. Lisa was able to sell our home on Powder Mountain at very close to the listing price despite the fact that that price was almost double any previous comps.  She did this despite the significant challenges in the minds of many buyers. Specifically, she was able to frankly discuss the lack of year round plowed access to the property in ways that overcame potential buyers concerns. We chose Lisa originally because she is associated with a nationwide luxury real estate brand. We thought that, with that network, she would be able to bring buyers to the home that might not otherwise consider Powder Mountain. Additionally, we thought that she would be able to bring to bear marketing resources and tools that a smaller firm might not have access to. We were not disappointed. In addition to stunning photography, widespread advertising and a significant web presence, the home was also prominently featured in the editorial of the firm's annual home book and video in addition to the home's standard listing. All of this is thanks to Lisa's contacts, connections and diligence. Another thing that swayed us was Lisa's professionalism. Our thought was that we needed someone who conveyed a level of polish, skill, and taste commensurate with the price point of the home and that could relate to buyers at their own level. Her location at the foot of the mountain was key as well. Many times she was able to show a property at the last minute, or accommodate a buyer that wanted a second look. Finally, we would not have sold this house without Lisa's hand-on approach to getting an appropriate appraisal for the buyer's financing needs. This property was under contract at almost twice the previous comp. Lisa was creative and forceful with both the mortgage lender and the appraiser to ensure that all relevant data was taken into account and the appraiser could make the valuation work. This was no small task. She succeeded because of her seemingly unending network of contacts throughout the real estate and lending community.

Gary U.

Lisa Karam goes above and beyond to make real estate transactions easy and stress-free for clients We have bought and sold property with Lisa Karam at Coldwell Banker Realty in Ogden, UT. Due to her attention to detail, thoroughness, and professionalism throughout the entire process, our transactions were easy and relatively stress-free. Not once did we leave a conversation confused, feeling rushed, or unsure about our options. Lisa was consistently prompt, sweet, and encouraging. I recommend Lisa to anyone who needs an advocate during a real estate transaction in Utah.

Michelle M.

There are realtors and realtors, but I was fortunate enough to find the best to list and sell my mountain home in the Ogden Valley. Lisa Karam is an exceptionally professional person dedicated to fulfilling the expectations of her clients. I my case I was often traveling abroad for long periods entrusting Lisa to keep me appraised of all showings, feedback and follow up on a timely basis, which she did. At the time of my listing, it was a buyer's market, my property was high end custom built with cost/ sq. ft. considerably higher than similar size properties in the area, but with Lisa's knowledge and negotiating expertise we were able to finalize a sale at a realistic price with what were well thought out tactical contract stipulations. I would not hesitate to recommend Lisa.

Howard M.

Lisa is one of the best agents we have ever worked with. She's intuitive, knowledgeable, experienced and extremely reliable. She walked us through the process and followed up with us on a regular basis. In fact, communication was probably her strongest point. I highly recommend Lisa as a top notch realtor. She will not disappoint you with her professional real estate services.

James H.

I am a real estate attorney and have worked with many realtors over the 40 plus years of my practice on behalf of clients so I have a good knowledge of what it takes to be a good realtor. When it came to purchasing a property for my own account I chose Lisa because she is very knowledgeable, conscientious, thorough and competent. And most important, she always puts the interests of her clients first, ahead of her personal interest in receiving a commission. Lisa is as professional as they come and I recommend her without qualification.

Dean V.

About Lisa

Lisa Karam is a full-time real estate professional with Summit Sotheby's International Realty in Ogden Valley, Utah. Born in Bethesda, Maryland, Lisa has degrees in marketing and organizational management from Palm Beach Atlantic University. 

With more than 30 years of experience living and selling the Ogden Valley lifestyle, Lisa is an expert in everything from ski-in-ski-out homes and resort developments to vacant land , investment properties and luxury ranches. Her background as a real estate developer and retail executive gives her a powerful edge when it comes to marketing, negotiation and knowing what it takes to close.

Lisa’s approach is rooted in authenticity and local insight. She doesn’t just sell the lifestyle, she lives it. Her deep connection to the Ogden Valley, Powder Mountain, and Morgan County communities gives her clients the advantage of working with someone who knows where buyers are coming from and what they’re looking for.
 
In addition to being a top producing broker, Lisa has earned several elite designations, which allow her to maximize her service to her clientele, including: 
 
ABR - Accredited Buyer Representative: training in representing buyer’s interests exclusively. 
 
CLHMS - Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist: Guild Member- Awarded by the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing to brokers who have demonstrated competency in the upper tier market. 
 
RSPS - Resort and Second Home Property Specialist: demonstrating expertise and understanding in buying and selling property in a resort market such as Santa Fe. 
 

Outside of her professional life, she has been extremely active in community affairs. Lisa co-founded the Ogden Valley Business Association and was past Chair of boards of the Ogden-Weber Chamber of Commerce, The Ogden-Weber Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Ogden Valley Land Trust board, the Weber County Tourism Tax Advisory Board and the Ogden Valley Adaptive Sports board.

Lisa and her husband Walt are avid skiers and sailors and exemplify all the aspects of living the Ogden Valley Lifestyle.