Kern County Real Estate Review

About Kern County Real Estate Review

The Kern County Real Estate Review is your weekly look at Kern County real estate, homeownership, and the local issues shaping life in Bakersfield and Kern County. Host Laurie McCarty breaks down housing trends, home prices, market shifts, lending updates, and community news with clear, practical insight. If you want to understand what is happening in Kern County and how it affects your home and community, this show delivers.

Publisher

Laurie McCarty

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

9 Jul 2021

Latest episode

19 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

264 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   19 Oct 2026

   Before Winter Hits: What Local Homeowners Should Do Now

   Is your home ready for cooler weather, winter rain and the holiday season? On this episode of the Kern County Real Estate Review, Laurie McCarty shares the fall and winter home maintenance tasks Kern County homeowners should take care of now, before small problems turn into expensive repairs. From servicing your furnace and inspecting your roof to cleaning rain gutters, checking windows and doors, preparing your pool and spa, adjusting sprinklers, testing outdoor electrical outlets for Christmas lights and getting your kitchen ready for holiday guests, Laurie walks through a practical seasonal checklist for homeowners throughout Kern County. Laurie also explains what solar homeowners should know about annual True-Up bills, when adding solar panels or a battery may make sense, and why you should understand your existing solar agreement before taking on new debt. And in local real estate news, Laurie breaks down the unusual battle brewing over Gossamer Grove in Shafter, where plans for approximately 1,200 new homes overlap with the proposed California High-Speed Rail route, and what that uncertainty could mean for homeowners, property values and future real estate sales. Plus, Laurie shares a simple weekend curb appeal project that can help improve your home’s first impression, and takes listeners inside this week’s Home of the Week in Bakersfield’s Four Seasons 55+ community. Whether you own a home, are thinking about selling, or simply want to protect the value of your property, this episode is packed with practical advice for Bakersfield and Kern County homeowners. The Kern County Real Estate Review airs Saturdays at 11 a.m. on KNZR 1560 AM and 97.7 FM, with Laurie McCarty of The McCarty Group at Coldwell Banker Preferred, Realtors.

2. 

   12 Oct 2026

   Selling a Luxury Home in Bakersfield

   What does it really take to sell a luxury home in Bakersfield? And how can homeowners get their property in front of qualified buyers beyond the local market? On this episode of the Kern County Real Estate Review, Laurie McCarty welcomes special guest Sheri Anthes, Broker of Coldwell Banker Preferred, Realtors, for an inside look at Coldwell Banker Global Luxury, a new offering bringing expanded luxury real estate marketing resources to Bakersfield and Kern County. Laurie and Sheri explore what qualifies a property as a luxury home, how marketing high-end real estate differs from traditional listings, and what sellers can gain from Coldwell Banker's national and international network. They also discuss the specialized marketing tools, broader buyer exposure and opportunities the Global Luxury program brings to local homeowners. Laurie also shares how Global Luxury builds upon The McCarty Group's existing marketing strategies, including professional photography, video, digital advertising, home staging, an extensive database of potential buyers and a dedicated team of real estate professionals. Plus, she explains how exclusive programs like Improve to Move and Guaranteed Sold provide sellers with additional options and peace of mind. Earlier in the show, Laurie breaks down the Federal Reserve's latest interest rate decision, explains why changes to the federal funds rate don't automatically translate into identical changes in mortgage rates, and discusses what shifting borrowing costs mean for buyers and sellers in today's housing market. Whether you own a luxury property, are preparing to sell your home or simply want to stay informed about the Bakersfield real estate market, this episode offers valuable insight into what it takes to market and sell a home successfully. Thinking about selling your Bakersfield or Kern County home? Visit TheMcCartyGroup.com or call 661-665-SOLD (661-665-7653) to learn how Laurie McCarty and The McCarty Group can help.

3. 

   5 Oct 2026

   Open House, Open Mic: Bakersfield Homes, Market Trends & Selling This Fall

   What's happening in the Bakersfield housing market, and what can buyers expect as we head into the final months of the year? On this episode of the Kern County Real Estate Review, Laurie McCarty brings listeners a special Open House, Open Mic edition featuring local homes for sale, the latest Kern County housing market statistics, and timely advice for buyers and sellers. Laurie checks in with four members of The McCarty Group, Tish Debenham, Genevive Salgado, Hailey Owen and Kassandra Wernhart, as they take listeners inside homes for sale throughout Bakersfield. From updated kitchens and versatile floor plans to outdoor living spaces and standout property features, each agent offers a closer look at what makes these homes worth seeing in person. Laurie also breaks down the September 2026 Kern County real estate market statistics, including housing inventory, pending sales, median home prices and how long properties are taking to sell. With more than one in five homes nationwide experiencing a price reduction, Laurie explains what these national trends actually mean, how Bakersfield's housing market compares, and why pricing your home correctly from the beginning is more important than ever. Plus, Laurie answers a listener's question that's on the minds of many homeowners: Should you sell your home now or wait until after the holidays? She explores how interest rates, seasonal buyer activity, competition and personal circumstances should factor into that decision, and why waiting for the "perfect" market isn't always the best strategy. Whether you're actively searching for a home in Bakersfield, considering selling your property, or simply keeping an eye on the Kern County real estate market, this episode delivers local insight, practical advice and a closer look at homes currently on the market. Thinking about buying or selling a home in Bakersfield or Kern County? Visit TheMcCartyGroup.com or call or text 661-665-SOLD (661-665-7653) to connect with Laurie McCarty and The McCarty Group.

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• Courtney Bridges
• Susan Rodriguez
• Kent Snelling

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