Business Details
15 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Property Management Services in Bakersfield, CA
Established in 2011, Kern Property Management has built a reputation for delivering exceptional property management services in Bakersfield, CA. Our approach combines local market expertise with personalized service, ensuring property owners and tenants receive tailored solutions. We leverage a full-service online portal for seamless communication, maintenance coordination, and payment processing. With experience managing single-family homes, multi-family units, and commercial properties, we prioritize long-term tenant retention and landlord profitability. Our team's deep understanding of rental market challenges stems from both professional expertise and personal experience managing our own investment properties.We maintain active memberships with NARPM and the National Association of Realtors, reinforcing our commitment to industry standards. Our systems ensure timely rent collection, thorough tenant screening, and proactive property maintenance. By fostering lifelong relationships with clients and vendors, we create a supportive community that maximizes property value. Our local knowledge enables competitive rental pricing strategies, while our transparent processes provide peace of mind. We remain available to clients through multiple channels, offering honest feedback and dedicated support.
Services
Rental Marketing
Tenant Screening
Maintenance Coordination
Lease Enforcement
Online Payments
Property Inspections
Eviction Assistance
Rent Collection
Vendor Management
Section 8 Processing
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We have over 12 years of local property management experience in Bakersfield
- Our personalized service maintains direct owner-tenant relationships
- We utilize a full-service online portal for 24/7 access
- We implement thorough tenant screening with credit and background checks
- We maintain active memberships with leading real estate associations
Associations and certifications
- NARPM
- National Association of Realtors
Services
Rental Marketing
We implement targeted marketing strategies to minimize vacancy periods. Our services include professional online listings, referral programs, and preparation of properties for optimal presentation. This ensures maximum exposure to qualified tenants through multiple marketing channels.
Tenant Screening
Our comprehensive screening process includes credit checks, criminal background investigations, employment verification, and rental history analysis. We conduct reference calls and utilize a proven referral system to ensure reliable tenant placement while maintaining compliance with fair housing regulations.
Maintenance Coordination
We manage all property maintenance needs through a network of trusted vendors. Our system ensures timely response to repair requests, regular property inspections, and proactive maintenance scheduling to preserve property value and tenant satisfaction.
Rent Collection
Our automated payment system facilitates online rent payments while maintaining traditional mail options. We implement systematic follow-up procedures for late payments, including timely communication and enforcement actions when necessary to protect owner revenue.
Lease Enforcement
We ensure strict adherence to lease agreements and local regulations through regular inspections and documentation. Our services include preparing legal notices, managing eviction proceedings when necessary, and maintaining compliance with housing laws to protect owner interests.
Questions
How quickly can you get my property rented?
We typically rent properties within 4 weeks through our targeted marketing and referral network.
What tenant screening process do you use?
We conduct credit checks, background investigations, employment verification, and reference calls for all applicants.
How are maintenance requests handled?
Repairs are managed through our vendor network with online request submission and 48-hour response commitment.
Can I do my own property repairs?
We offer customizable management packages that can accommodate owner-performed maintenance when appropriate.
When do owners receive rental payments?
We process monthly owner draws once all property obligations have been satisfied.
What happens if tenants don't pay rent?
Our systematic collection process includes timely notices, communication attempts, and legal action when necessary.
