AI may be reshaping the real estate industry, but there’s one thing it still can’t automate: the human instinct that makes or breaks a deal.

Listen in as Bill Bymel and Amanda Walsh go beyond the tech hype to show why real estate remains a deeply human business and why the most valuable insights still come from brokers who understand people, not just data. 

From intuition and personal advice to emotional intelligence and real-world experience, these are just a few of the irreplaceable advantages that technology simply can’t replicate.

If you're watching the market evolve, this conversation offers a grounded — and maybe surprising — look at where AI helps, where it falls short, and why the future of real estate still depends on the human touch.

Listen in for a perspective the algorithms can’t give you and a reminder of why relationships remain the real competitive edge.

About Our Guest:

Amanda Walsh, aka “Mandy The Real Estate Broker" is Founder and Broker/Owner of AMW Real Estate, a boutique, multi-state brokerage mandytherealestatebroker.com. Connect further with Mandy on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/amwrealestate/.

First Lien Capital is your trusted investment partner delivering security and strong returns while making real impact, and First Lien Resolutions is your Special Assets Group for hire delivering integrated resolutions to protect capital and restore performance to distressed real estate debt scenarios.

Schedule a consultation with Bill to ELEVATE ⁠⁠⁠https://billbymel.com/investor/⁠⁠⁠ or REVIVE ⁠⁠⁠https://billbymel.com/advisor/⁠⁠⁠ your portfolio today.

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Real estate is entering a new season — one marked not by loud headlines, but by subtle shifts that signal something bigger beneath the surface. The old playbook for agents isn’t built for what’s coming next. 

Join me and Jacquelyn Cayon to trace the quiet disruptions reshaping the industry

We’re watching affordability hit a breaking point, technology compress margins, and buyers and sellers rely less on traditional gatekeepers.

That doesn’t mean all agents will disappear, but the ones who thrive will be the ones who adapt, evolve, and understand where the market is actually heading.

This conversation asks a deeper question:

What happens when an industry built on tradition collides with a market that no longer plays by old rules?

The answers aren’t obvious and that’s exactly why they matter.

If you want to understand how automation, pricing disruption, and shifting buyer behavior are rewriting the future of real estate — and what investors, operators, and agents need to be watching — this episode will give you the clarity you won’t hear anywhere else.

About Our Guest:

Jacquelyn Cayon is Vice President of Global Supplier Services at JP Morgan Chase and has led vendor management teams at distressed loan divisions of the most major servicers and mortgage investors. Connect further with Jacquelyn on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jscayon/.

First Lien Capital is your trusted investment partner delivering security and strong returns while making real impact, and First Lien Resolutions is your Special Assets Group for hire delivering integrated resolutions to protect capital and restore performance to distressed real estate debt scenarios.

Schedule a consultation with Bill to ELEVATE ⁠⁠⁠https://billbymel.com/investor/⁠⁠⁠ or REVIVE ⁠⁠⁠https://billbymel.com/advisor/⁠⁠⁠ your portfolio today.

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Insurance costs are skyrocketing — and it’s not just inflation.

We’re facing a perfect storm where rising repair costs collide with the growing intensity of billion-dollar weather events. Storms are hitting harder, more often, and the financial fallout is reshaping entire markets.

Bill Bymel is joined by Gretchan Francis to break down what’s really behind the surge in premiums, why insurers are struggling to stay afloat, and what these shifts mean for property owners, investors, and the broader credit markets.

Understanding the drivers of this insurance crisis is essential to protecting portfolios.

About Our Guest:

Gretchan Francis is Managing Director of InsureMAC, leader in the forced-placed insurance industry https://insuremac.com/. Connect further with Gretchan on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/gretchan/.

First Lien Capital is your trusted investment partner delivering security and strong returns while making real impact, and First Lien Resolutions is your Special Assets Group for hire delivering integrated resolutions to protect capital and restore performance to distressed real estate debt scenarios.

Schedule a consultation with Bill to ELEVATE ⁠⁠⁠https://billbymel.com/investor/⁠⁠⁠ or REVIVE ⁠⁠⁠https://billbymel.com/advisor/⁠⁠⁠ your portfolio today.

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The mood at this year’s ABS East Conference in Miami Beach, FL was electric — record attendance, booming deal flow, and talk of endless opportunity. 

But beneath the optimism, cracks are showing.

Grab your coffee and join me for this episode of Debt Doctor. I'm sharing candid insights from Miami’s ABS East Conference — from rising auto-lender bankruptcies to inflated valuations and the tightening grip of regulators. 

Let's drill down what’s really driving the asset-backed securities surge, where private credit is headed next, and why the current market feels eerily reminiscent of the Bernie Madoff era.

And pull back the curtain on what investors need to see now — accountability in private credit, realistic valuations, and caution around the shifting landscape of securitization. Because when confidence expands faster than capacity, the reckoning is never far behind.

Tune in as I reveal:

• Why “booming” markets often mask deeper distress
• What the rise in auto loan bankruptcies signals for debt investors
• How oversight and enforcement are about to reshape the credit cycle
• What seasoned investors are watching as private credit heats up

Whether you’re managing a fund, structuring deals, or simply trying to read the signals beneath the noise — this episode gives you the context behind the headlines.

If you haven't seen the canary in the coal mine episode I referenced - Auto Lender Bankruptcies Expose the Hidden Debt Crisis Brewing Beneath the Surface - you can catch it here > https://youtu.be/A5ACAjwYaeQ.

First Lien Capital is your trusted investment partner delivering security and strong returns while making real impact, and First Lien Resolutions is your Special Assets Group for hire delivering integrated resolutions to protect capital and restore performance to distressed real estate debt scenarios.

Schedule a consultation with Bill to ELEVATE ⁠⁠⁠https://billbymel.com/investor/⁠⁠⁠ or REVIVE ⁠⁠⁠https://billbymel.com/advisor/⁠⁠⁠ your portfolio today.

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#ABSEast #PrivateCredit #DebtMarkets #Securitization #AssetBackedSecurities #InvestingInsights #DebtDoctor

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The middle class, once the heartbeat of the American dream, is feeling the squeeze. From housing affordability to rising education costs, today’s families are caught between luxury development and workforce housing, with few real paths to sustainable stability.

In this previously LIVE episode of Debt Doctor, fellow investor Kamil Homsi joined me to get beneath the surface of what’s really driving the pressures of the complex layers of affordability and debt, from the local family to the global economy.

We went in depth on:

🎯 Why middle-class housing seems to be vanishing and whether new models like Build-to-Rent could restore balance.

🎯 How private equity’s era of cheap leverage is reshaping investor strategy amid refinancing pressure.

🎯 The ripple effects of U.S. corporate and government debt and what it means for global stability, BRICS, and the next generation of wealth creation.

🎯 Practical paths toward solutions — from trade schools to smarter fiscal policy.

If you’re an investor, policymaker, or anyone watching the real estate and capital markets shift in real time — this conversation isn't just a market talk, it’s a global-to-local reality check on the forces shaping how we live, work, and invest.

About Our Guest:

Kamil Homsi is Founder & CEO of GRC Investment Group SFO (Dubai) and Global Realty Capital (New York) https://globalrealtycapital.com/. Connect further with Kamil on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamilhomsi/.

First Lien Capital is your trusted investment partner delivering security and strong returns while making real impact, and First Lien Resolutions is your Special Assets Group for hire delivering integrated resolutions to protect capital and restore performance to distressed real estate debt scenarios.

Schedule a consultation with Bill to ELEVATE ⁠⁠⁠https://billbymel.com/investor/⁠⁠⁠ or REVIVE ⁠⁠⁠https://billbymel.com/advisor/⁠⁠⁠ your portfolio today.

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#HousingMarket #GlobalEconomy #PrivateEquity #RealEstateInvesting #DebtMarkets #EconomicOutlook #DebtDoctor

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Every market shift tells a story and today’s real estate landscape is no exception. The market is shifting, and experienced investors know what that means — opportunity for those who understand the cycles and stay disciplined on fundamentals.

In this conversation with Tony Alahverdi we're talking candid about how smart investors are adapting to a changing market cycle, how today’s real estate environment mirrors past cycles, why short sales are quietly making a comeback, and what investors should really be focusing on — sustainable cash flow, not speculative appreciation.

We dive into what makes a buyer’s market different this time, how demographics and economic trends are reshaping demand, and why long-term thinking (and relationships) still win in real estate. 

Whether you’re buying real estate, lending, or managing distressed assets, this episode gives you perspective on what’s next and how to position yourself wisely. A reminder that real wealth is built by those who play the long game.

About Our Guest:

Tony Alahverdi is the Owner Broker of TAG Realty, REO and Distressed Property Specialists https://www.tagrealtyco.com/. Connect further with Tony on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-alahverdi-1ba37b4/.

First Lien Capital is your trusted investment partner delivering security and strong returns while making real impact, and First Lien Resolutions is your Special Assets Group for hire delivering integrated resolutions to protect capital and restore performance to distressed real estate debt scenarios.

Schedule a consultation with Bill to ELEVATE ⁠⁠⁠https://billbymel.com/investor/⁠⁠⁠ or REVIVE ⁠⁠⁠https://billbymel.com/advisor/⁠⁠⁠ your portfolio today.

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#RealEstateInvesting #CashFlow #ShortSales #DistressedDebt #InvestmentStrategy #HousingMarket #DebtDoctor

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I’ve learned over the years — in real estate, distressed debt, and business in general — that the real measure of success isn’t just the deals you close or the capital you raise. It’s the quality of our partnerships.

In this Coffee with Bill episode of Debt Doctor, I’m talking about the messy, meaningful truth behind business partnerships and joint ventures — what makes them thrive, and what makes them fall apart. From ego clashes to communication breakdowns, I’ve seen how trust, shared purpose, and mutual respect can either protect or destroy everything you’ve built.

Whether you’re an investor, an entrepreneur, or a partner in a fund or distressed debt venture, this conversation will help you evaluate your own partnerships — where they’re strong, where they’re strained, and how to create collaboration that lasts beyond the profit cycle.

Because in business, partnerships aren’t just transactions. They’re the relationships that build real, sustainable wealth.

First Lien Capital is your trusted investment partner delivering security and strong returns while making real impact, and First Lien Resolutions is your Special Assets Group for hire delivering integrated resolutions to protect capital and restore performance to distressed real estate debt scenarios.

Schedule a consultation with Bill to ELEVATE ⁠⁠⁠https://billbymel.com/investor/⁠⁠⁠ or REVIVE ⁠⁠⁠https://billbymel.com/advisor/⁠⁠⁠ your portfolio today.

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#BusinessPartnerships #Leadership #TrustAndTransparency #JointVentures #RealEstateInvesting #DistressedDebt #DebtDoctor

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When the U.S. government shut down, I wired $25 million to American taxpayers. Not because I had to, but because doing the right thing matters, even when the system doesn’t make it easy.

Not because I had to.

Because integrity matters. 

Because our housing system is broken in ways most people never know. 

The federal government is sitting on a massive portfolio of non-performing reverse mortgages, loans meant to help seniors stay in their homes, but now stuck in limbo with no clear process for resolution. These homes are sitting vacant. The neighborhoods around them are suffering. And HUD still doesn’t have an effective mechanism to deal with these defaults.

Meanwhile, everyone’s talking about a “housing shortage.” But here’s the truth: we have plenty of homes, they’re just trapped in a hidden shadow market. 

Today’s housing inventory per capita looks eerily similar to 2008. I’m seeing properties languish, investors overleveraged, and opportunities for smart, values-driven capital to step in and make a real difference.

At First Lien Capital, we’ve built a business around rehabilitating defaulted loans and returning these homes to productive use. It’s not just profitable, it’s essential if we want to stabilize communities and rebuild trust in the system.

In this episode, I break down what’s really happening behind the scenes. From the rise in reverse mortgage defaults to the untapped inventory that could reshape the housing market, and how investors can position themselves to profit responsibly in a changing economy.

If you care about where this market is headed and how to play your role in fixing what’s broken — this one’s for you.

You can also watch the full investor playbook on reverse mortgages and how First Lien Capital maximizes this niche strategy.

Why Reverse Mortgages May Be the Sleeper Asset in an Aging Housing Economy: https://youtu.be/vF0jUctkEx8

How Reverse Mortgage Auctions Are Creating a New Niche for Investors: https://youtu.be/fS4jymxcaag

Turning HUD Reverse Mortgage Wins into High-Impact Investments that Revitalize Communities https://youtu.be/hYh6Y11xVW4

First Lien Capital is your trusted investment partner delivering security and strong returns while making real impact, and First Lien Resolutions is your Special Assets Group for hire delivering integrated resolutions to protect capital and restore performance to distressed real estate debt scenarios.

Schedule a consultation with Bill to ELEVATE ⁠⁠⁠https://billbymel.com/investor/⁠⁠⁠ or REVIVE ⁠⁠⁠https://billbymel.com/advisor/⁠⁠⁠ your portfolio today.

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#ReverseMortgage #RealEstateInvesting #NonPerformingLoans #HUD #ImpactInvesting #DistressedDebt #DebtDoctor

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The bankruptcies of two major auto lenders, Tricolor and First Brands, may look like isolated incidents, but they’re really early tremors of a larger debt quake.

Let's discuss what these collapses reveal about growing stress in the subprime and private-debt markets, and why the warning signs can’t be ignored. 

As liquidity tightens and opacity deepens, fewer lenders are stepping in to serve high-risk borrowers, driving up costs and spreading risk across the financial system. It's important to understand how these failures ripple far beyond the auto sector, influencing consumer credit, investor confidence, and the broader lending landscape. 

Hear practical insights for investors on evaluating collateral and risk exposure in private-debt portfolios, and what today’s patterns tell us about the next phase of the credit cycle.

If the current environment feels eerily reminiscent of pre-2008 conditions, you’re not imagining it. 

Tune in to understand the signals, mitigate exposure, and position yourself to navigate the storm before it hits.

First Lien Capital is your trusted investment partner delivering security and strong returns while making real impact, and First Lien Resolutions is your Special Assets Group for hire delivering integrated resolutions to protect capital and restore performance to distressed real estate debt scenarios.

Schedule a consultation with Bill to ELEVATE ⁠⁠⁠https://billbymel.com/investor/⁠⁠⁠ or REVIVE ⁠⁠⁠https://billbymel.com/advisor/⁠⁠⁠ your portfolio today.

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What happens when a seasoned real estate investor with a $35 million net worth suddenly finds himself on the wrong side of the Global Financial Crisis? 

In this episode, I sit down with Stefan Whitwell to shed light on his not uncommon journey through one of the most turbulent times in modern financial history.

From Wharton halls to real estate highs, Stefan’s story takes a dramatic turn when the 2008 crisis hit, forcing him to confront liquidity crunches, bankruptcy, and the frustrating realities of a banking system that often prioritizes those who don’t need help over those who do. 

His candid reflections pull back the curtain on systemic biases that left countless investors stranded — lessons that still hold weight in today’s distressed debt market.

Stefan doesn’t just recount the chaos — he shares the insights that helped him rebuild: the power of a margin of safety, the difference between good and bad debt, and how aligning investments with personal values can protect wealth in an unpredictable market. 

His perspective is a reminder that resilience and patience aren’t just survival tools, they’re the keys to creating sustainable, long-term meaningful success.

If you’re navigating the shifting tides of real estate, debt, and financial strategy, this conversation is a masterclass in extracting new strategy from struggle.

About Our Guest:

Stefan Whitwell is the Founder of Whitwell & Co. wealth management https://whitwelladvisors.com. Stefan is not giving any financial advice during this podcast conversation, it's purely an educational discussion. If you'd like specific financial advice tailored to your investment portfolio, please connect further with Stefan on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/whitwell/.

First Lien Capital is your trusted investment partner delivering security and strong returns while making real impact, and First Lien Resolutions is your Special Assets Group for hire delivering integrated resolutions to protect capital and restore performance to distressed real estate debt scenarios.

Schedule a consultation with Bill to ELEVATE ⁠⁠⁠https://billbymel.com/investor/⁠⁠⁠ or REVIVE ⁠⁠⁠https://billbymel.com/advisor/⁠⁠⁠ your portfolio today.

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