Unconventional with Bill Tessar

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.

Episodes

Becoming One of the Most Trusted Mortgage Fund Lawyers in Private Lending

March 18, 2026 • 66 mins
In this episode of Unconventional with Bill Tessar, Kevin Kim, Partner and Head of Corporate & Securities at Fortra Law, shares how a Craigslist job ad led him into private lending and ultimately to becoming one of the industry’s most trusted legal minds.   Today, Kevin is a nationally recognized expert in mortgage fund formation and a trusted advisor to lenders, fund managers, and investors across the country.   While Kevin’s ...
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Trump's New Tax Bill - 10 Big Changes that Could Affect Your Wallet

February 18, 2026 • 65 mins
What does Trump’s “big, beautiful” new tax bill really mean for real estate professionals and business owners?   In this special edition episode of webinar-turned-podcast episode, CV3 Financial Services CEO, Bill Tessar, sits down with Tony Watson, renowned real estate tax expert and Managing Partner at Robert Hall & Associates, to break down the most impactful changes in the new tax legislation and why they matter right now. F...
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Nema Daghbandan, CEO of Lightning Docs and Partner at Fortra Law - Unconventional with Bill Tessar EP 014

December 3, 2025 • 45 mins
When legal expertise meets technology, transformation follows.   In this episode of Unconventional with Bill Tessar, Nema Daghbandan, Partner at Fortra Law and CEO of Lightning Docs, shares his journey from practicing law in the early days of private lending to pioneering a technology-driven revolution in how deals get done.   When the financial crisis hit, Nema’s first job in law school disappeared overnight. But that setback led ...
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Freeman Sawyer, Regional VP at Cross Country Mortgage & Founder of Heroes Ranch, Unconventional with Bill Tessar 013

November 12, 2025 • 47 mins
Some people chase success; others build lives around purpose... Freeman Sawyer is proof of what happens when you do both. In this episode of Unconventional with Bill Tessar, Freeman Sawyer, Regional Vice President at CrossCountry Mortgage and Founder of Heroes Ranch, shares a his journey of grit, gratitude, and giving back.   From his early days selling cars to becoming one of the nation’s top mortgage producers, Freeman’s path too...
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Sean Morgan, Co-Founder and CEO of Forecasa, Unconventional with Bill Tessar #012

October 23, 2025 • 42 mins
What happens when you take a world built on numbers, data, and analytics — and infuse it with heart, vision, and purpose? In this episode, Bill Tessar sits down with Sean Morgan, Co-Founder and CEO of Forecasa, to explore how data-driven insight and entrepreneurial mindset can transform an industry from the inside out.   From his early days building analytics platforms in oil and gas to launching one of the most talked-about privat...
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Andrew Reamer, Managing Partner at Carstensz Capital, Unconventional with Bill Tessar #011

September 10, 2025 • 49 mins
What if the worst moments of your life became the very experiences that shaped your purpose? In this episode of Unconventional with Bill Tessar, Andrew Reamer—Managing Partner of Carstensz Capital—opens up about surviving an avalanche, a near-fatal boating accident, battling addiction, and clawing his way back from $1.5 million in debt by his twenties. More than a real estate investor or capital strategist, Andrew is a survivor, bu...
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Anthony Geraci, Founder & CEO of Geraci LLPT, Unconventional with Bill Tessar

August 29, 2025 • 54 mins
Not everyone gets a second act—and even fewer choose to create one when they don’t have to. In this episode of Unconventional with Bill Tessar, Anthony Geraci, Founder and CEO of Geraci LLP, shares how he’s redefining what legacy and leadership mean. With over two decades of experience as an attorney, entrepreneur, pilot, father, and mentor, Anthony has built businesses and is always finding new ways to connect the people around hi...
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Terry Thayer Owner of Thayer Homes, Unconventional with Bill Tessar 009

May 28, 2025 • 53 mins
In this episode of Unconventional with Bill Tessar our host sits down with Terry Thayer, Owner of Thayer Homes, to talk about his journey from working as a carpenter in his father’s business from a young age to building a company of his own alongside his wife and daughter (full circle moment)!   Terry shares how early lessons from his dad laid the foundation for his own entrepreneurial path, how he built a family-run business along...
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Meredith Hawkins, Founder of MH Luxury Rental Homes & Creator of the nonprofit, GIVE - Unconventional with Bill Tessar #008

April 23, 2025 • 64 mins
In this episode of Unconventional with Bill Tessar, we sit down with Meredith Hawkins—a powerhouse entrepreneur, real estate investor, and philanthropist—who’s rewriting the rules of success. Meredith shares how she built a portfolio of high-end rental properties across the globe, used strategic debt as a tool for financial freedom, and crafted a life fueled by purpose and smart investing.   From transforming fixer-uppers into cash...
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Tony Watson, Managing Partner at Robert Hall & Associates, Unconventional with Bill Tessar

March 13, 2025 • 66 mins
What's one thing that we all have in common? Taxes.   Just in time for tax season, our CEO sits down with Tony Watson, Managing Partner at Robert Hall & Associates to talk tax strategies, predictions for the new administration, and so much more in this month's episode of Unconventional with Bill Tessar.   Like a good book you can't put down or a show you can't look away from, this episode of Unconventional is packed with import...
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    Eddie Wilson CEO of Think Realty and AAPL Chairman, Unconventional with Bill Tessar #006

    February 19, 2025 • 62 mins
    In this episode of Unconventional with Bill Tessar, we're joined by Eddie Wilson, CEO of Think Realty and Chairman of American Association of Private Lenders. He shares his story and insights into the world of real estate and business. From over 4,000 doors as a real estate investor to successfully exiting more than 120 businesses, Eddie's story is nothing short of extraordinary.   Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a real ...
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    Bo Belmont CEO & Founder of Belwood Investments, Unconventional with Bill Tessar #005

    January 8, 2025 • 56 mins
    In this episode of Unconventional with Bill Tessar, we're joined by Bo Belmont whose journey to success is anything but ordinary. Bo shares how a life-altering event—his incarceration—became a turning point, fueling his drive to redefine success and create opportunities for others. He dives into how he used his real estate expertise as a tool to keep himself safe while in one of the most dangerous prisons in the United States.   Bo...
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    Kip Adkins, Founder of Diversified Financing Solutions, Unconventional with Bill Tessar #004

    November 14, 2024 • 62 mins
    In this episode of Unconventional with Bill Tessar, we're joined by Kip Adkins, a trailblazer whose journey to success is anything but ordinary. Kip’s path in real estate started in the trenches, handling REO dispositions for GMAC and navigating the tough world of evictions. But he didn’t stop there. With an unwavering belief in himself and a true leap of faith, Kip made a bold move when most were backing away—he launched his own r...
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    Brad Cook, Entrepreneur and Founder of Prestigious Construction | Unconventional with Bill Tessar

    October 16, 2024 • 54 mins
    In this episode of Unconventional with Bill Tessar, we’re joined by Brad Cook, successful entrepreneur and founder of Prestigious Construction and Prestigious Rentals. Brad's career in real estate began years ago when he was a plumbing contractor and started working on real estate projects. He realized that he could use this learned trade and go bigger. With his attention to detail, his discipline, and ability to lead a team - Brad...
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    Dan Yonker, Founder and CEO of Yonker Construction | Unconventional with Bill Tessar #002

    September 18, 2024 • 50 mins
    In this episode of Unconventional with Bill Tessar, we’re joined by Dan Yonker, the driving force behind Yonker Construction Capital and one of Arizona’s top luxury developers. Dan’s career in real estate began 20 years ago as a buyer's agent, and through sheer determination, innovative thinking, and an eye for high-end development, he has risen to the top of the industry. Tune in as we explore Dan’s unconventional journey, from hi...
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    Introduction to Unconventional: Bill Tessar with Gina Comeaux and Matt Flores

    August 12, 2024 • 55 mins
    Ever felt like the rulebook for life and business is a little…well, conventional? You’re not alone. Join Bill Tessar, CEO of CV3 Financial Services, as he launches “Unconventional.” In this premiere episode, Bill is joined by his longtime colleagues and friends, Gina Comeaux, VP of Communications, and Matt Flores, EVP of Digital Innovation. Together, they ditch the suits and ties for an honest conversation about the inspiration beh...
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