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The holiday season might look a little different on the West Coast this year, but that won't stop us from embracing holiday cheer. Our real estate agents are excited to create new traditions with our families and friends by scouting out the best holiday light displays around Ventura County. Mix up some hot cocoa, bake some cookies, create the ultimate Christmas playlist, and take a drive to these dazzling holiday light displays around town.

• Bakersfield Christmas Town — 3801 Chester Ave., Bakersfield, CA 93301
  While we do have plenty of amazing Bakersfield homes for sale, we wish that we could live in Bakersfield's magical Christmas Town. Located inside the Pioneer Village at Kern County Museum, Santa Claus will spend December making his toys at Christmas Town and invites you to stop by. Drive through the dazzling mile-long light display and snap a photo with Santa at the end!

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A home inspection is a critical step in taking your Bakersfield homes for sale from pending to sold.  But it can be an understandably stressful time for sellers. Someone is going through your home with an extremely detailed list while actively looking for defects. And often the process can turn up a surprise or two. Not only that, the sale of your home is usually contingent on the results. So it's easy to see why it's a good idea to prepare yourself and your home for this process.

• Talk to your real estate agent for advice.
  Our agents have been through the home inspection process many, many times with our clients. They can help you understand the types of issues that are common in your area, offer advice on planning for potential repairs and help you assess how much leverage you have based on the results of the inspection.

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There are a lot of things our agents love about Bakersfield, CA—the beautiful mountain scenery, the rich history, the warm weather, the vibrant art and music scene. But one thing you might not know about Bakersfield is that we happen to have some of the best coffee shops around. 

And since we like to start our day with a hot cup of mud as much as anyone, we thought we'd take a moment to sing the praises of our favorite Bakersfield Coffee shops. After all, National Espresso Day is coming up on November 23!

• Dagney's Coffee Company - 1600 20th St. #3902, Bakersfield, CA 93301
  A classic California coffee joint, Dagney's Coffee Company is one of the best spots in Bakersfield for gourmet coffee and rich espresso in a relaxed, laid-back setting. Beer and wine are also on the menu, as well as a great selection of baked goods and brunch staples. They have excellent outdoor seating as well. Dagney's is located a block east of the iconic Fox Theatre and a stone's throw from many Bakersfield homes for sale.

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Ready to start looking for a home? It's important to know from the beginning whether you're interested in a condo or a house. A condo is a single unit, in either an apartment or a townhouse, that is part of a larger building. When you buy a condo, you're just buying that unit instead of a house, which stands alone and includes the plot of land it sits upon. There are advantages and disadvantages to each, and which works best for you may depend on your preferences and unique situation.

Here are a few considerations to keep in mind when discussing your options with one of our agents.

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Are you ready to celebrate World Vegan Day, in a region where healthy eating options are always waiting in your hometown? World Vegan Day was established in 1994 on the 50th anniversary of the founding of the UK Vegan Society, and takes place every year on the first day of November. So why not celebrate with your favorite vegan dish, and support some great, local businesses in the process? Our agents have the details on six vegan dining destinations that you'll love, located in Central California communities.

• Vida Vegan – 4530 Stine Rd., Bakersfield, CA 93313
  There are plenty of great vegan options located close to Bakersfield homes for sale, and Vida Vegan consistently ranks as one of the best. The menu here features a little bit of everything, with something to satisfy every taste. There are salads, curries, burgers, sandwiches, and even a full menu for kids. Vida Vegan also features some of the best vegan desserts in the area, along with a huge selection of healthy drinks that are made fresh to order.

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