Chief Experts Academy Blog

Here is a bit about my work history. 

Believe me, I know that running a design and remodeling business is a lot of work. At ChiefExperts...

If you’re in the building industry, you’re faced with this question at the start of every new project: How much should I mark this up?...

If you use Chief Architect, I’ve got some exciting news for you! I’ve discovered a way to easily display your 3D building models on...

Before I started charging for my design services I was working on so many plans and estimates that there was never time to sit down and collaborate...

In my previous post, “Stop giving free plans and estimates”, I outlined how I had discovered that people were, in fact, willing to pay...

I’ve been in the construction industry for 40 years, and some things never change.

Prices go up, recessions come and go, and contractors are...

Without a doubt, my favorite software is Chief Architect. I’ve made a lot of money using this amazing program.

But… there is a...

It never ceases to amaze me the number of designers that continue to do inaccurate and incomplete as-built drawings.

Imagine this: Your carpenters...

I often get asked which Chief Architect program is better for drawing plans:  Home Designer Pro or the more expensive Chief Architect Premier?...

This meal has always been a family favorite

It's a joy to be able to share this Baumann family favorite recipe of sauerkraut, spareribs, pork...