Unconventional with Bill Tessar

About Unconventional with Bill Tessar

Through unfiltered success stories, prepare for a masterclass in overcoming obstacles, defying conventions, and shifting your perspective on what’s possible. Award-winning CEO Bill Tessar gets real with his guests who have persevered through challenges, blazed their own trails, and built their own definitions of success in the world of real estate, investing and lending.

Publisher

William J. Tessar

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

12 Aug 2024

Latest episode

16 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

20 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   16 Sept 2026

   Fraud, Defaults & Second Chances: What Happens Next with Troubled Loans

   What happens when a real estate investment doesn't go according to plan? In this episode of Unconventional with Bill Tessar, Bill sits down with Erick Williams, EVP of Asset Management & Servicing with ServEase, and Harris Howard, Founder & President of Howard Law, for a candid look at one of the most important, and often least talked about, sides of mortgage lending. From projects that simply fall off track to warning signs of more serious problems, Erick and Harris share what lenders, brokers, and investors should understand about identifying risk early, navigating troubled loans, evaluating credible recovery plans, and knowing when legal intervention becomes necessary. But asset management and servicing functions aren't about being the "bad guys." The goal is to protect the lender while finding a path forward for the borrower whenever one still exists. With transparency, communication, and cooperation, many difficult situations can be resolved before they reach the point of no return. The conversation also explores the realities of mortgage fraud and misrepresentation in lending, why strong underwriting matters from day one and what separates a challenging loan that can be recovered from one that ultimately cannot. For lenders and brokers, it's an inside look at the work happening behind the scenes to protect the lending ecosystem. For investors, it's an important reminder that when a project goes off plan, communicating early can make all the difference. About the Podcast: Unconventional inspires wealth through real estate by sharing the raw, unfiltered success stories forged outside the lines. Prepare for a masterclass in overcoming obstacles, defying conventions, and shifting your perspective on what’s possible. Learn more at: https://cv3financial.com/unconventional/

2. 

   22 Jul 2026

   Three Top Female Mortgage Account Executives Share Their Journey, Memorable Deals & Market Insights

   What does it take to succeed in mortgage sales—and what’s it like being one of the few women in a sales organization of nearly 60 Sales Account Executives? In this episode of Unconventional with Bill Tessar, Bill sits down with three of CV3's top Sales Account Executives, who have worked together for years and built successful careers in the mortgage industry. Sales Manager, Jackelyn Gonzalez and Senior Account Executives Savannah Moroz and Randi Lauren share how they transitioned from salaried roles into commission-based sales, the relentless mindset required to succeed, balancing the "always on" nature of sales, navigating a male-dominated industry, the deals they'll never forget, and their perspective on today's mortgage market. Whether you're in mortgage lending, wholesale lending, B2B sales, or looking to build a successful sales career, this conversation offers honest insights, career advice, and real stories from professionals who have lived it. About the Podcast: Unconventional inspires wealth through real estate by sharing the raw, unfiltered success stories forged outside the lines. Prepare for a masterclass in overcoming obstacles, defying conventions, and shifting your perspective on what’s possible. Learn more at: https://cv3financial.com/unconventional/

3. 

   13 May 2026

   From Credit Repair to Capital Strategy: The Bladimir Mercedes Story

   Having capital is one thing but knowing how to leverage it so you don’t miss the next opportunity is what separates good investors from great ones. Today’s guest, Bladimir Mercedes, CEO of American Capital Express, built his career on that principle. From immigrating to the U.S. from the Dominican Republic to being accepted into MIT but unable to afford it, Bladimir faced an early turning point that led him to make a life-altering decision to reset and serve six years in the United States Marine Corps. Bladimir turned every setback into a lesson and kept moving forward. From failed ventures to hard-earned wins, that persistence led him to launch a credit repair company, which ultimately opened the door to the mortgage industry where he found his stride. Today, he helps others understand how to stay liquid, avoid overleveraging, and use financing as a tool to unlock more opportunities. This conversation dives into calculated risk, resilience, and why trusting the process matters. A man who wears many hats, entrepreneur, veteran, professional poker player, and strategist—Bladimir’s story is anything but conventional. This is a story about: Turning setbacks into a full life reset and second chance Building a business rooted in access to capital—not just income Navigating failure, partnerships, and persistence in entrepreneurship Playing the long game in business, money, and life If you’re navigating adversity, building your path in business or real estate, or looking to expand how you think about money and opportunity—this episode is for you. Get in touch with Bladimir on social media: @bladimirmercedes About the Podcast: Unconventional inspires wealth through real estate by sharing the raw, unfiltered success stories forged outside the lines. Prepare for a masterclass in overcoming obstacles, defying conventions, and shifting your perspective on what’s possible. Learn more at: https://cv3financial.com/unconventional/

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

3 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 18 / 100

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Quality

22

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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