Episode 21: Special Guest Eric Overton on Being Purpose Driven

In this episode of the Texas Land Guys Podcast, Tom and Tim Dosch sit down with Eric Overton, hot on the heels of his compelling debut in part one, for an even deeper conversation on vision, leadership, and launching Hilltop’s new development platform.Eric opens up about his decision to leave a high-profile role at D.R. Horton and the pivotal life experiences that shaped his path forward. From founding Terebinth Development to joining Hilltop alongside trusted partners David Wiley and Greg Finch, Eric shares how personal faith, integrity, and long-term purpose inform every major move.This episode also explores the rebirth of Northway Church after a devastating tornado, the outlook for multifamily development in today’s challenging market, and the discipline of endurance, both in business and on the trail—as an ultramarathoner.Whether you're a developer, investor, or simply someone navigating your own professional crossroads, this conversation is packed with timeless insight and practical wisdom.Key TakeawaysWhy Eric left a high-profile role at D.R. Horton to launch Terebinth DevelopmentThe surprising path to joining Hilltop and what made the partnership clickHow personal values like “truth, respect, and gospel living” drive business decisionsLessons from helping lead the rebuild of Northway Church post-tornadoThe current outlook for multifamily development and why now is a strategic time to buildHow endurance from ultramarathons parallels entrepreneurial gritCareer advice for young professionals trying to break into developmentIn This Episode:[00:01:28] Leaving D.R. Horton: The personal and professional crossroads that sparked a new direction[00:06:45] Defining core values and choosing partners who align with them[00:14:08] Rebuilding Northway Church after a tornado: A case study in purpose-driven leadership[00:17:22] What is Hilltop? How the platform works and the vision for new development[00:20:06] Hiring at Hilltop: What Eric looks for in early team members[00:22:56] Multifamily headwinds—and why now is still the time to invest in development[00:27:30] Real estate cycle insight: Where we are and what smart operators are doing[00:30:27] Why scale matters—for opportunity, stewardship, and legacy[00:36:07] Ultramarathons, balance, and the deeper meaning of suffering and endurance[00:41:32] Advice for young professionals entering the development worldResources and LinksPart 1 with Eric Overton PodcastTexas Land Guys PodcastEric Overtonhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-overton-217aa482http://www.livehilltop.comhttps://terebinthgroup.com/Tom Doschhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-dosch-37263b3b/https://dmre.com/https://ascentinv.com/https://100xharvest.org/Tim Doschhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-dosch-67a07899/https://dmre.com/