Boston has made the list of best places to be a real estate agent, and in today’s market, that’s no easy feat.

The number of buyers who locked in mortgage rates for second homes spiked to 178% year over year in April, according to a report from Redfin.

The survey showed that 86% of dog owners said dog-friendly features — such as having a dog door or access to a dog park — are a large part of their decision-making process, and 84% are willing to spend more for these features.

Multifamily rents rose nationally in April indicating ongoing recovery from the pandemic, according to the latest Yardi Matrix Multifamily National Report.

The housing market hit records last month as home prices reached an all-time high and homes sold faster than ever. 

The employment numbers for March were revised down as well. The most recent data indicate a 770,000 increase in jobs for the month, compared to the previously reported increase of 916,000.

The Boston Planning and Development Agency is reviewing three bids for the redevelopment of Pier 5 in the Charlestown Navy Yard.

Sedna, The Procopio Companies’ luxury waterfront property in Beverly, has reached stabilization, the company announced this week having leased 85% of its units.

Lumber prices have tripled over the past 12 months, driving up the price of the average new single-family home by $35,872. NAHB hopes to alleviate the situation by meeting with the White House, lawmakers and others.

No, this mind-blowing house is not an optical illusion — it’s a geodesic dome home that would make Buckminster Fuller proud.

Experts weigh in with their go-to lists for getting the best offer for your seller in this historic market.

“This is a sign that the competitive purchase market, driven by low housing inventory and high demand, is pushing prices higher and weighing down on activity.” — Mortgage Bankers Association Associate Vice President of Economic and Industry Forecasting Joel Kan

Low mortgage rates and low inventory levels are making the demand for homebuilding more attractive to buyers in Boston and nationwide.

In 40% of metro areas analyzed, home prices in the first quarter hit or tied new peaks according to the report, including Boston. 

Kate Dirrane has joined Mortgage Network Inc.’s Boston branch as a loan officer and sales assistant. 

Homes in Boston stayed on the market for 24 days less than they did last year, at an average of 22 days.