Michael Hatfield hosts the "Real Estate and MORE! Show"

Want to enjoy the good life without having to deal with the daily grind, so how can you get there without too much pain?  In this episode, listen in to Financial Advisor veteran and Author Pat Vitucci discuss with Michael Hatfield the significant benefits real estate can make to your retirement package. Please remember to go to our new youtube handle MyRealTalkShow, that’s MyRealTalkShow at youtub...

Lifeguard Flight Operations play an instrumental part in saving lives in the organ donor transplant theatre.  Our show today is about the life-saving process of organ transplant, the critical infrastructure ensuring that organs get from location A to location B, the time-sensitive nature of it all, and about the immense changes for a donor recipient’s life.  In this episode, former Transplant Coor...

While housing inventory remains scarce, drama continues as talk of the Federal Reserve’s words to expect 3 interest rate reductions this year; existing home sales increasing very little in February and optimism is evident amongst the New Home Builders. Nancy talks on her views and says, "all good except that a much-needed increase in home inventory is just not happening." Interesting times! Please...

At what point does a Landlord-Tenant relationship become an attack on a person’s property rights?  The City of Concord City Council, without citizenry vote or endorsement, has placed into existence a Rent Control Ordinance that should be voted on by the citizens it affects—Concord property owners. This episode is a “must-hear” as Michael interviews long-time, respected Real Estate Broker and law e...

What does a Leaping Frog have to do with my home?  "A whole lot," says Maurice Williams, the head leaper for Leap Frog Plumbing.  Michael Hatfield interviews Mr. Williams and the discussion centers on how important good plumbing of a house is important in a home sale or to just enjoy one’s home.  Sewer Laterals, Water-Conserving Fixtures are all explained in this episode.  Don’t miss this show! Tu...

How is your home doing in the March 2024 Housing Market?  Has it gained in value, lost value, and what will the future have in store for Bay Area Homeowners? In this episode, Michael and Nancy discuss “Our Homes and the March Market” as well as interesting and important items in the Home Sale process.  Natural Hazard Reports, what they are and why are they used,  Flood Insurance—the why and how fo...

According to Realtor.com's Chief Economist, there have been 18 million households created in 2023 but yet just 10 million homes to house them.  How does an experienced Financial Advisor help Home Buyers and potential Home Sellers construct a Financial Plan to deal with the cost of Bay Area Real Estate?   Tune in to hear well-known radio host, author and veteran Financial Advisor Pat Vitucci ponder...

Did you know that your ability to stay balanced and to stay upright will likely determine how long you will live?  This fascinating discovery pins importance and a focus on balance training that can help one’s balance as we age. In this episode, Michael talks with Longevity Specialist Karen Owoc who tells us about her personal quest to help others live better and longer, then shares what we can do...

Is a health becoming a serious problem?  Had to go to the hospital?  You will want a nurse like Nurse Dee to help you when life events just happen. Listen to this amazing person, who just happens to be a nurse, share how it is to work in a hospital and how she manages a staff of Registered Nurses to help patients. In this episode, Michael interviews Nurse Supervisor Dee who tells us about what mot...

For women and children who have endured the unimaginable, there is Shepherd’s Gate. Shepherd's Gate, a Christian non-profit organization, thrives in helping women who struggle with homelessness, addiction, domestic violence, mental health, child protective services, and poverty in the Bay Area. In this episode, CEO Carol Patterson tells us about her personal quest to help others and Shepherd’s Gat...

How were homes bought and sold back in the “olden, golden days of the 60’s or 70’s?  How different was it then as compared with today?  In this episode, Michael Hatfield chats with legacy Broker and RE/MAX Accord owner Jerry Stadtler who recalls some interesting times in the “golden days” in Real Estate.  Some know, Michael’s mother was an agent “way back when” and he grew up in the “golden, olden...

“Catch Your Breath-Part 2” is the conclusion of a fascinating interview with an internationally-respected Mayo Clinic physician admired greatly for his life’s work in the field of Pulmonary and Critical Care.  Dr. Lewis J. Wesselius helps patients with complex respiratory and lung issues while employing the latest research from one of the greatest medical institutions on earth, the Mayo Clinic. Th...

*TRAILER* How much different was it in Real Estate way back when as compared with today?  Michael Hatfield chats with legacy Broker and RE/MAX Accord owner Jerry Stadtler who recalls some interesting times in the “golden days” in Real Estate.  Some know, Michael’s mother was an agent “way back when” and he grew up in the “golden, olden” California Real Estate arena. Tune in to hear veteran Broker...

“Catch Your Breath-Part 1” is a fascinating interview with an internationally-respected Mayo Clinic physician admired greatly for his life’s work in the field of Pulmonary and Critical Care.  Dr. Lewis J. Wesselius helps patients with complex respiratory and lung issues while employing the latest research from one of the greatest medical institutions on earth, the Mayo Clinic. Don’t miss this epis...

A must-see is this Trailer on the 2-part Real Estate and MORE! Show entitled "Catch Your Breath" with Mayo pulmonologist and Critical Care Specialist Dr. Lewis J. Wesselius. When world-class doctors share important information they’ve learned over a lifetime, we should pay close attention.  To receive this heaven-sent guidance delivered for the purpose to assist one to live longer, we must conside...

Are you a possible Home Seller or Home Buyer?  If you are, you are sitting and fretting on “What’s Going On? Housing Market!!” trying to figure out what to do. In this episode, Michael and Nancy review 2023 and bring it forward to what is happening right now in the Housing Market.  They share useful information that may just figure-in to your home buy or sell transaction.  Tune in and listen to th...

If expensive court and attorney bills paid by your hard-earned estate are not what you want to leave your kids, don't miss this outstanding episode with Estate Planning attorney Franklin Parrish of Walnut Creek.  Hear what Mr. Parrish has to say about what’s important in order to avoid being consumed by Probate Court and probate attorneys. *Heard Weekly on the Bay Area's KGO-810am and KSFO-560am r...

Looking for success in your life? Hear how a great guy who just happens to be one of the winningest Cal Bears Quarterbacks of all time finds success. Did I mention he set records in 5 seasons as a Arena player, then threw for the NFL with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers?  *Heard Weekly on the Bay Area's KGO-810am and KSFO-560am radio stations* This gentleman actually finds time to be host of the TV show...

"Big Brother is Watching!"  Many times in my life I have been aware of massive database systems that can process enormous amounts of data.  Much efficiency and knowledge has been derived from these huge systems for any size of business.  I wanted to know more! In this episode, Michael Hatfield interviews Mr. Shelby Thornton a long-time data engineer who knows his way around a Xabyte.  He is one of...

Do you have Atrial Fibrillation?  Frequent guest and world renown cardiologist from the Mayo Clinic, Dr. Komandoor Srivathsan, shares knowledge on this increasingly-common affliction that is affecting our population, how we can avoid it, and the new treatments available to address this issue of the human heart.  In this episode, Michael interviews this amazing heart doctor and discovers Mayo Clini...

**TRAILER for show February 17th** Do you know if you have Atrial Fibrillation?  And are you likely to get this disease?  What are its symptoms and is it life-threatening?  Importantly, can one avoid it entirely and what can be done if you do?  On the Michael Hatfield hosts "Real Estate and MORE!" Show on February 17 th will be world renown Mayo Clinic cardiologist and frequent guest Dr. Komandoor...

Chocolate and roses, sweetness and fine wine is the order of the day!  Throughout  centuries, these gifts have evolved as the play card for Valentines Day.  Don’t know about you, but I love to hear how loving couples met, what they still feel for each other, and especially to note their happiness. Testimonies of affection and certain topics of bay area housing are mixed together in this episode. ...

Dogs and puppies are important in our households, so lest we forget these lil sweethearts on Valentines Day, but do not serve them chocolate.  Dog behavior, like when dogs greet you again even if you have been gone for just 5 minutes, is a very interesting subject, so I have invited animal behaviorist Brittany Inouye on the show to explain more about these canine family members.  In this episode,...

If you live in Calaveras County in California’s gold country and if you really want to “water your house,” Calaveras County Water District President Russ Thomas can tell you how to do it.  A long-time resident of the County, Mr. Thomas was also a County Supervisor with a passion and love for the foothills area of the State. In this episode, Michael Hatfield interviews Russ Thomas who talks about d...

Well, how ARE you going to water your house?  If you should sell your home, what should be done to make it ideal for a buyer?  Where will you go if you leave your current home, retiring or otherwise, to enjoy a great standard of living? In “Real Estate and Your Financial Plan,” Michael interviews recently-retired, long-time author and Financial Advisor Pat Vitucci of Don’t Invest and Forget fame f...