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Market analysis, homebuyer guides, and investment insights for Kern and Tulare County.
June 15, 2025 • 11 min read
Navigate California's probate real estate process with confidence. IAEA vs court-confirmed sales, timelines, overbidding, and how to work sensitively with executors and attorneys.
June 2, 2025 • 11 min read
A comprehensive look at Central Valley real estate trends in 2025. City-by-city data for Bakersfield, Visalia, Porterville, Tulare, and Hanford with price forecasts.
May 20, 2025 • 10 min read
An honest comparison of Visalia and Bakersfield — median home prices, lifestyle, schools, job markets, and investment potential from an agent who works both markets.
May 5, 2025 • 9 min read
A practical, week-by-week checklist to get your home market-ready in 30 days. Decluttering, repairs, staging, and listing prep tailored to the Bakersfield market.
April 22, 2025 • 10 min read
Learn from costly errors that Central Valley real estate investors make — from overpaying for properties to ignoring vacancy rates. Protect your portfolio with these insights.
April 8, 2025 • 10 min read
Compare VA and FHA loan programs available to Bakersfield buyers. Zero-down VA benefits, 3.5% FHA options, CalHFA programs, and local eligibility details.
March 25, 2025 • 9 min read
Navigate California's Prop 13, Mello-Roos, supplemental taxes, and available exemptions. A practical guide to property taxes in Kern and Tulare counties.
March 10, 2025 • 9 min read
Demystify California closing costs with this detailed breakdown of escrow fees, title insurance, transfer taxes, and more — for both buyers and sellers.
February 25, 2025 • 12 min read
An insider look at Bakersfield's best neighborhoods — from upscale Seven Oaks to affordable East Bakersfield. Price ranges, schools, lifestyle, and what makes each area unique.
February 10, 2025 • 11 min read
Discover why savvy investors are targeting Kern County in 2025. Market trends, cap rates, rental demand, and the best neighborhoods for buy-and-hold and fix-and-flip strategies.
January 28, 2025 • 9 min read
Proven pricing strategies, staging tips, and marketing tactics that help Bakersfield homeowners sell quickly and for top dollar in any market condition.
January 15, 2025 • 10 min read
Everything you need to know about buying your first home in Kern County — from down payment options and pre-approval to neighborhood picks and common pitfalls.
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