
We bought a home through the community land trust (COCLT) this March. That program requires the buyer to pick an agent of their own, but one of the loan officers we spoke to recommended choosing Janene (who also acts as the seller's agent) because it would make the whole process go more smoothly. At first, I was hesitant because dual agency can be an issue if the agent is not truly representing both parties. But in this case, it's the best thing to do! Janene acted as a great go-between from showing through closing. In this case, having our own agent would have just gotten in the way. If you are looking to buy through COCLT and want to have Janene as both the buyer's and seller's agent, I highly recommend! COCLT staff is also great to work with. They are all the kind of people for whom gratitude spontaneously arises.
