Some general factors to consider.

Pros:
- Rosedale is close to Bakersfield, which has a thriving economy with a variety of job opportunities in different industries like agriculture, oil production, and health care.
- Rosedale offers a suburban and rural feel with large lots and views of the Sierra Nevada Mountains.
- Rosedale is located near outdoor recreation areas like Lake Ming, Kern River, and the Sequoia National Forest.
- Rosedale has a lower cost of living compared to the average California city, which could be attractive to people who want to live in California without paying the standard high prices.

Cons:
- The cost of homeownership can still be relatively high, depending on the location of the property and the current market conditions.
- Like most areas in California, drought and water shortages are perennial concerns in Rosedale.
- Rosedale is located in a region that is prone to wildfires.
- Rosedale can experience extremely hot summers and mild winters.