Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Real Estate Partner in Bakersfield, CA
Founded in 1926, Karpe Real Estate Center has established itself as a trusted leader in the real estate industry. Our company offers a comprehensive range of services, including residential and commercial sales, property management, and private money lending, serving clients throughout California with a focus on Bakersfield, Kern County, and the Central Valley. With over 95 years of experience, we combine deep local market knowledge with a commitment to personalized service, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions for their real estate needs.Our team of professionals is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and expertise, reflecting our longstanding tradition of excellence. We specialize in conventional and hard money loans, investment property management, and real estate appraisals, providing clients with the tools needed to succeed in today's dynamic market. As the oldest family-owned real estate firm in Kern County, we take pride in our ability to adapt to industry changes while preserving the values that have defined our success for generations.
Services
Residential Sales
Property Management
Private Money Loans
Commercial Real Estate
Appraisal Services
Details
- Year established: 1926
Highlights and features
- We offer over 95 years of experience in Kern County real estate markets.
- Our services span residential/commercial sales, property management, and direct private money lending.
- We maintain deep local expertise in Bakersfield and California's Central Valley.
- Our team includes NMLS-licensed mortgage professionals and CalBRE-licensed agents.
- We provide tailored financing solutions for conventional and hard money loan needs.
Services
Residential Sales
Karpe Real Estate Center facilitates residential property transactions with expert guidance from experienced agents. Our services include market analysis, pricing strategy, and marketing for home sellers, while buyers receive personalized property searches and negotiation support. Operating throughout California, we leverage local market insights to ensure successful transactions for both owner-occupied and investment properties.
Property Management
Our property management division handles day-to-day operations for residential and commercial investments. Services include tenant screening, rent collection, maintenance coordination, and financial reporting. With specialized knowledge of landlord-tenant laws, we protect property owners' interests while maintaining tenant satisfaction. The team manages both small portfolios and large-scale developments across Kern County and surrounding areas.
Private Money Loans
As direct lenders since 1926, we provide private money loans secured by real estate assets. Our services cover purchase, refinance, and rehab financing for residential, commercial, and industrial properties. We specialize in first trust deeds and offer customized lending solutions for investors seeking flexible terms. The program serves clients throughout California with a focus on fast approval processes.
Commercial Real Estate
Karpe offers comprehensive commercial real estate services including sales, leasing, and investment analysis. Our agents specialize in multi-family units, industrial properties, and commercial developments. We provide market assessments, property valuations, and transaction management for business owners and investors. The team maintains expertise in HUD homes and agricultural land transactions across California's Central Valley.
Appraisal Services
The company provides professional appraisal services for residential and commercial properties. These services support mortgage lending decisions, investment analysis, and government projects. With historical expertise demonstrated in major assignments like Edwards Air Force Base land valuations, our appraisers combine technical proficiency with deep market knowledge to deliver accurate property assessments for institutional and private clients.
People
Tom Teagarden
President
Tom Teagarden leads Karpe Real Estate Center with decades of industry experience. He oversees strategic operations and maintains the company's commitment to excellence in real estate services.
Scott Berry
Vice President
Scott Berry serves as Vice President and Mortgage Loan Officer. With NMLS and CalBRE licenses, he specializes in private money investments and conventional financing solutions for residential and commercial properties.
Jeanne Peterson
Real Estate Agent
Jeanne Peterson is a licensed real estate agent with expertise in residential and commercial transactions. She provides personalized service to clients buying or selling properties in Kern County and surrounding areas.
Susan Garcia
Property Management
Susan Garcia manages property operations with a focus on client satisfaction. She coordinates rental services and tenant relations for Karpe's investment properties in California's Central Valley.
Vanessa Marmolejo
Loan Servicing
Vanessa Marmolejo handles loan servicing and investor relations. She supports private money lending operations with expertise in payment processing and client communication for real estate investments.
Questions
What real estate services does Karpe offer?
We provide residential/commercial sales, property management, private money loans, appraisal services, and conventional financing solutions.
Do you offer financing options for real estate investors?
Yes, we provide private money loans and conventional financing for residential, commercial, and investment properties.
How can property owners benefit from your management services?
Our property management includes tenant screening, rent collection, maintenance coordination, and financial reporting to protect investments.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Bakersfield, Kern County, and California's Central Valley with statewide real estate solutions.
Are you a direct lender for real estate loans?
Yes, we are direct lenders offering private money and conventional loans since 1926.
