We keep saying we want affordable housing in the U.S. But if that’s true, why do our building codes act more like roadblocks than green lights?  Look north. Canada runs on the National Building Code. Provinces make a few tweaks, but the foundation stays consistent coast to coast. A builder can take the same house from Halifax to Calgary without rewriting the rulebook every hundred miles. It’s like driving the Trans-Canada Highway: long, predictable, and direct. Less confusion

Recent advancements in generative AI are undeniably impressive. These systems can write, code, summarize, and reason in ways that often feel almost human. It’s easy to imagine we’re on the brink of machines that are truly super-smart — capable of replacing or at least competing with human thinking. Using these tools myself, I’ve been amazed by how much they can do. Which naturally raises the question: are we getting close to true Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) — a syst

You’re likely familiar with the “Extreme Home Makeover” shows that have become popular with audiences. The premise is simple: build a new house from the ground up in a week. The execution is not simple – it requires months of planning and coordination long before the volunteers show up. This is critical because the volunteer workforce is often counted in the hundreds or beyond. Production homebuilders don’t typically build homes in one week. They also don’t have thousands of

You’re a prospective homebuyer exploring a new neighborhood under development by a well-known local builder. You and your partner are excited: great schools, beautiful lots, and the promise of a fresh start for your growing family. You’re here to see if this could be the  place, or if the other community down the road might be a better fit. Scenario 1: The Messy Jobsite As you stroll through the neighborhood, chatting about your wish list, a messy pile of lumber scattered acr