The East Bay housing market is buzzing with activity. From City Village in San Ramon to Oak Grove in Walnut Creek, new communities are opening their doors and production homebuilders are competing aggressively for buyers. On the surface, this might look like the perfect time to shop for your dream home. But as research analysts who have tracked over $1 billion in real estate sales, we’re here to deliver a clear warning: Do not transact in these communities without speaking with us first. Why the Caution? Production homebuilders have one goal: maximize their margins. Sales representatives are trained to push base prices, upgrades, and ...