The Hidden Gold of Middle Housing šŸ’” | Eric Thompson’s Blueprint for Real Estate Growth

16/07/2025 1h 25min Episodio 17
The Hidden Gold of Middle Housing šŸ’” | Eric Thompson’s Blueprint for Real Estate Growth

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode, builder and developer Eric Thompson joins Chris Merz to dive deep into the world of middle housing and infill investing—and how overlooked city lots can become the foundation for scalable, community-focused real estate.
As the founder of Oregon Homeworks and the Snug cottage home brand, Eric has built over 250 homes across Portland and played a key role in shaping the city’s Residential Infill Project (RIP).
šŸŽ§ What You’ll Learn:


What middle housing is—and why it’s the future


How Eric identifies and transforms underused land into high-value properties


The zoning changes that are opening up huge opportunities for investors


Why small, smart homes are a big win for both returns and communities


Whether you’re a new investor, a seasoned pro, or just curious about building smarter—this episode is packed with insights on the real estate model that’s quietly transforming cities.

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