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Builder by Day Podcast with Ryan McNeil

Builder by Day Podcast with Ryan McNeil

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 Ever wondered how big-picture issues impact the homes we live in and the lives we lead? Builder by Day is a podcast hosted by Ryan McNeil, a seasoned custom homebuilder and business owner. Each week, Ryan invites industry experts, politicians, business owners, friends, and associates to discuss current events and their impact on housing, development, business, and personal lives. With his hands-on experience, Ryan brings a grounded perspective to complex issues, making them relatable and practical for homeowners, business owners, and the curious alike. Tune in weekly for fresh insights into the forces shaping our living spaces and lives.Copyright Builder by Day Podcast Economics
Episodes
  • #68 Merry Christmas - Builder By Day

    #68 Merry Christmas - Builder By Day
    Dec 24 2025
    On Christmas Eve, Ryan McNeil shares a short reflection on why Christmas feels different from any other time of year. Across Canada, routines slow down, traditions return, and people make space for family, gratitude, generosity, and peace.

    This episode is a reminder of the values behind the season and why Christmas continues to bring people together year after year.

    Merry Christmas to you and your family. Wishing you a warm home, good company, and a great year ahead.
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    7 mins
  • #67 What is a Custom Home?

    #67 What is a Custom Home?
    Dec 1 2025
    Most builders use the word custom in their marketing… but what does a custom home really mean?

    In this episode, Ryan breaks down the difference between true custom homes, personalized homes, and cost-plus free-for-all builds that create chaos and risk. Using clear, real-world examples, he explains what separates a real custom home builder from the companies that simply let you choose your finishes.

    Ryan also explains why Stonewater Homes is built around design-first methodology, systems, predictability, and guaranteed turnkey pricing.

    If you’re planning to build or trying to compare builders, this episode is essential. You’ll learn how to evaluate what builders actually mean when they say “custom”, how risk changes across the customization spectrum, and what questions to ask before signing a contract.

    Ready to design your custom home? Visit stonewaterhomes.ca
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    22 mins
  • #66 Opportunity Costs - In Construction and Real Life

    #66 Opportunity Costs - In Construction and Real Life
    Nov 28 2025
    In this episode of Builder By Day, Ryan breaks down one of the most important concepts in business and everyday life: opportunity cost. Every choice has a trade off, and understanding what you give up when you say yes can determine success, happiness, and long term outcomes.

    Ryan connects the idea of opportunity cost to real world decisions in homebuilding, land development, business strategy, personal judgment, and even family life. From choosing the right builder to deciding which communities to invest in, he reveals how the unseen cost of the path not taken can have a bigger impact than the choice itself.

    This episode continues Ryan’s new focus on delivering practical, applied knowledge from twenty years in the building and business world. If you want to build smarter, make better decisions, or understand the real math behind judgment, this is a must listen.

    Like and subscribe to stay updated on more episodes focused on housing, business, development, and practical decision making.
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    26 mins
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