A job transfer changes your timeline overnight. Central Valley REI buys your Bakersfield home for cash, on the date you choose, with no commissions, no fees, and no repairs required.
* No commissions or fees * Cash offer in 24 hours * Close on your schedule * We buy in any condition * Local Bakersfield Team
No obligation, no pressure, and no fees ever. Call (661) 699-5512 to get started.
Relocation Assistance for Central Valley Sellers
Relocating on a deadline turns a house into a second full-time job. We take that off your plate. We buy houses for relocation across Bakersfield, Kern County, and the Central Valley, and we build the closing date around your move instead of the other way around.
Here is the relocation assistance part in plain terms. We buy as-is, so there are no repairs to manage from out of town, no showings to coordinate around a job start, and no waiting on a buyer's financing. Cash offer within 24 hours, close in as little as 7 days, or later if your move date is further out.
We Know the Pressure You Are Under
Starting a new job is stressful enough without a house hanging over you. You have a start date, a new city to figure out, and a mortgage that does not pause because you moved. If showings and contingencies drag into month two or three, you are paying for a house you do not live in, plus wherever you are staying in the new city.
We have worked with Kern County homeowners in exactly this situation. The goal is always the same: get you a fair number, close it on the date that lines up with your move, and let you focus on the new chapter.
How It Works
Selling your Bakersfield home through us takes four simple steps.
Step 1: Talk to us
Spend about 15 minutes telling us about the house and your timeline, with no commitment required.Step 2: Get a fair cash offer
We pull real Bakersfield comps, factor in condition, and walk you through every number.Step 3: Pick your closing date
Close in as little as 7 days or choose a date 30 to 60 days out that matches your move.Step 4: We handle the rest
You do not have to be in Bakersfield for the close; we coordinate with the title company and keep you posted.What You Are Actually Dealing With When You Relocate and Own a House
A traditional listing rarely gives you a firm closing date. You accept an offer and then wait on the buyer's loan, their inspection requests, and the lender's appraisal. Any of those can push the close by a week or two. Redfin data shows Bakersfield homes typically take roughly 33 days to go under contract as of mid-2026, and that is before the 30 to 45 day escrow period on top. A fast-moving traditional listing still often means 60 to 75 days from your first showing to the recording date.
The month your house sits vacant, you are still paying the mortgage, property taxes, homeowner's insurance, and utilities. Those costs run a few hundred to over a thousand dollars per month depending on the home's size and loan balance. Two or three months of carrying costs can easily add several thousand dollars out of your pocket. Once you relocate, coordinating showings, repairs, and inspections from a distance adds even more friction. A cash sale removes all of that.
* Traditional sales average 60 to 75 days from listing to recording in Bakersfield. * Vacant-home carrying costs can run $1,500 to $3,000 or more per month. * A cash sale locks in a firm date and firm dollar amount before you leave town.
Your Options
There is more than one way to handle a house when you relocate.
* List before you move * Pro: May net closer to full retail if the market cooperates * Con: Open-ended timeline conflicts with a firm job start date * List after you move * Pro: Lets you start the new job without waiting on a sale * Con: You carry the full cost of the house while paying for your new situation * Rent it out long-distance * Pro: Generates monthly income and keeps the asset on your balance sheet * Con: Landlord liability from another state and maintenance calls at the worst times * Sell for cash on a date you choose * Pro: Firm date, firm number, no fees, no repairs, no risk of a deal falling apart * Con: Cash offer will typically be below the highest open-market price
> $415,000 to $420,000 — Bakersfield median home price as of mid-2026, before subtracting commissions and carrying costs *(Source: Redfin, 2026)*.
See How We Compare
| Feature | Our Cash Offer | Listing With an Agent | Renting It Out Long-Distance | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Timeline | You pick the date, as little as 7 days | About 33 days on market, then 30 to 45 day escrow | Ongoing, no exit date | | Repairs or prep | None required | Often expected before listing | Ongoing maintenance responsibility | | Fees or commissions | Zero, we cover closing costs | About 5 to 6 percent | Property management fees, typically 8 to 12 percent | | What you walk away with | Offer amount minus your mortgage payoff | Sale price minus commissions, costs, and repairs | Monthly rent minus expenses, no lump sum | | Certainty | Firm date, firm number | Depends on buyer financing and inspection | Depends on tenant quality and market |
Serving Bakersfield & Kern County
We buy houses all over Bakersfield and throughout Kern County. Wherever your home is located, give us a call. We buy houses in Bakersfield and the Central Valley in any condition.
We serve: * Rosedale * Oildale * East Bakersfield * Delano * Shafter * Arvin * Lamont * Fresno
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast can you close if my job starts soon?
We can close in as little as 7 days. If you need a few weeks to coordinate your move, we can push the date out to 30 or 60 days. You pick the date that works and we build around it.Do I have to be in Bakersfield to sell my house to you?
No. Once you have accepted an offer, most of the remaining steps happen through the title company. You can sign documents remotely and do not need to be present at close. We stay in contact and make sure nothing falls through without you having to manage it in person.Will a cash offer be lower than what I could get on the open market?
Probably, yes. Cash buyers, including us, typically offer below full retail in exchange for speed, certainty, and no fees. We will explain our number line by line so you can compare it honestly against a net listing estimate.What if I want to list first and see what happens?
That is a reasonable move, especially if your start date is flexible. If it takes longer than expected or a deal falls through and you still need to close fast, call us then. The offer may shift with the market but we will always give you a straight answer.What carrying costs should I plan for on an empty house?
The main ones are your mortgage payment, homeowner's insurance, property taxes (prorated monthly), and utilities. Depending on your loan and home size, those costs can run $1,500 to $3,000 or more per month. A longer listing window means those costs come out of whatever you net.Do I need to clean out the house or make repairs before you buy it?
No. We buy in any condition. Take what you want and leave the rest. You do not need to hire cleaners, haul junk, or fix anything before we close.Can you buy my house if I am already living in the new city?
Yes. We handle the process in Bakersfield on your behalf. You will need to be reachable by phone and email, and you sign the closing documents remotely. You do not need to fly back.What if my employer's relocation package has a deadline?
That is exactly the kind of hard deadline a cash sale is built for. Tell us the date you need to close by and we will tell you on the first call whether we can make it work.Other Bakersfield Situations We Buy
* Sell a House As-Is * Sell a House During DivorceGet Your Cash Offer Today
Call or fill out the form and we will give you a fair, no-obligation number and a straight answer about whether it makes sense for your situation.