Kern County Real Estate Review

It might be only a high of 65 degrees today, but we all know those triple digits are just around the corner! Tune in tomorrow at 11 am to hear from our special guest, Holders Air Conditioning & Heating, on how you can get your home prepared for summer!

In this all-new episode, Laurie and Adlai talk about fair housing, flipping houses, and AB 1771. 

Have you ever dreamed of building your perfect home? Get one step closer to making that dream a reality and listen to the latest episode of the  Kern County Real Estate Review! Laurie and Adlai chat with Kelly Bailey of Kelly Bailey Construction all about custom-built homes. 

Got real estate questions? Laurie McCarty has the answers! In this special Q&A edition of the Kern County Real Estate Review , Laurie tackles the questions she hears most from local buyers, sellers, and curious listeners. From the best time to sell and how to prepare your home for the market to navigating multiple offers and understanding market trends, Laurie breaks down each topic with the c...

Ever wondered how businesses change hands—or what it really takes to sell one successfully? In this episode of the Kern County Real Estate Review , Laurie McCarty sits down with Carol Bennett and Verlen Love of Sunbelt Business Brokers & Advisors to pull back the curtain on the business brokerage world. From valuing a company and maintaining confidentiality to marketing a business for sale, Ca...

Thinking about investing in real estate beyond single-family homes? In this episode of the Kern County Real Estate Review , Laurie McCarty sits down with Marc Thurston of ASU Commercial—an expert in multi-family housing—to break down everything you need to know about this fast-evolving market. From the differences between residential rentals and commercial multi-family properties to understanding...

Are we on the brink of a foreclosure wave? How do you actually buy a foreclosure—and are there even any available right now? In this episode of the Kern County Real Estate Review , Laurie McCarty, one of Kern County’s most experienced foreclosure experts, answers these questions and more. With decades of experience and thousands of foreclosure sales under her belt—including during the 2008 housing...

Think your home is safe? Think again. In this episode of the Kern County Real Estate Review , Laurie McCarty sits down with Marvin Fuller Jr. of M&S Security Services to uncover the surprising truths about home break-ins—and the simple steps you can take to protect what matters most. From shocking burglary statistics to expert tips on locks, cameras, and alarm systems, this conversation covers...

Original airdate 2.12.2022. Have you fallen out of love with your home? Before you decide to sell it and call The McCarty Group, listen to this latest episode! We will discuss how you can fall in love with your home again with Kelly Archer of Kelly Archer Interiors .

Home inspections – sometimes they are the make or break part of the transaction! It’s a stressful time for both buyers and sellers (and us Realtors). In this market, I have seen buyers try to make their offer more competitive by waiving the inspection. Find out about “The Dangers of Waiving a Home Inspection” on the newest show of the Kern County Real Estate Review. We have Heather Haro, from At H...

Join Laurie, Adlai, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Joan Knowlden, in this episode as they discuss “The Psychology of Moving.” Have you ever wondered how moving affects our mental health? Or how our environment impacts our behavior? What about why where you call “home” is something that means so much? Find out the answers to these questions, and more!

Join Laurie and her co-host, Adlai, as they interview Kern County’s Assessor-Recorder, Jon Lifquist. If you have ever wondered how assessments in Kern County work, you’ll want to tune in! Find out how your property’s assessed value is determined, what improvements cause your assessed value to increase (and property taxes increase), and so much more!

It's the first week of the new year - we have all set our resolutions and are sticking to them, right? Did you set any resolutions for your home? Listen to this episode for ideas!

The last episode for 2021 of the Kern County Real Estate Review airs tomorrow morning at 8 a.m. on KNZR. Tune in as Laurie highlights all of her guests from 2021 and reminisces on fun moments from each episode!

Everyone's favorite time of the year is just around the corner - tax season! Jokes aside, you won't want to miss this informative episode of the Kern County Real Estate Review! Laurie interviews Amanda DiGiacomo, owner of Atlas Financial Solutions, all about tax benefits for homeowners. ⁠

Tune in to hear about how you can binge-watch your favorite shows or movies in your own in-home theater! We have everyone covered in this episode. DIY, small space, or over-the-top home theater - we are discussing it! So, what show or movie would you watch if you had a home theater? The McCarty Group's pick is Yellowstone. I mean, who wouldn't want to see Rip on a big screen?

Original airdate 12/5/21. Nothing to do in Bakersfield and Kern County? Not true! Pull up your calendar app and pop in your AirPods as Laurie tells you about many events happening in Kern County during the holidays. You will be shocked at how many fun things are going on this year!

The property tax deadline is looming. No one likes to pay taxes, but it’s something you can’t avoid! Tune in as Laurie interviews Jordan Kaufman, Treasurer-Tax Collector of the County of Kern, about the upcoming property tax deadline. If December 10th isn’t on your calendar already, then mark it! That is your last day to pay your property taxes. For more information, head over to the Kern County T...

In the latest show, Laurie interviews Lauren Skidmore, the new CEO of the Bakersfield Homeless Center. Tune in to hear about BHC's new location, how they help their clients find a place to call home, and how YOU can support their mission!⁠

Christmas already?! I know the majority of you will be waiting until after Thanksgiving to decorate for Christmas, but you need to start planning out your decorations now! In this episode, Laurie interviews a special guest – Robert Moseley from House of Moseley . Robert shares a few of his decorating secrets and how he creates his infamous trees!

Original airdate11/7/21. In the newest episode of the Kern County Real Estate Review, Laurie McCarty answers questions sent in by listeners. 

Original airdate 10/31/21. No tricks, just treats! We are uploading this special episode immediately after it airs so you can listen to it on Halloween! If you like ghost stories and learning about the spooky history of Kern County, then you will love the newest episode of the Kern County Real Estate Review! ⁠Tune in as Laurie interviews a local ghost hunter and paranormal expert, Missy Bennett. 

Original airdate 10/24/21. Wish your concrete floors in your garage weren’t ugly, stained with motor oil, and cracked? Listen in as we hear from Steve Holloway all about his concrete coatings that take your concrete from drab to fab! And guess what – it’s not just for the garage!

Admit it, we all love to swipe through Zillow and look at the dreamy photos of homes for sale (especially those twilight photos ). Have you ever wondered what goes into taking these photos and what you should do to prep your home for listing photos? Listen to this episode as Laurie finds out the answers to these questions, and more, from Chris O'Donnell from Selling Image. 

Ever wondered how real estate and the U.S. economy are interconnected? Laurie explains it all in this episode of the Kern County Real Estate Review!