Christine Johnson Realtor Services

Realtor · Plainfield, Connecticut

11:43 PM in Plainfield Directions

Here is what working with Christine Johnson in Plainfield typically covers, from the first consultation to closing day. Services and terms vary, so confirm the details in your written agreement.

For home buyers

Buyer strategy session

Clarifies budget, loan pre-approval status and the representation agreement now required in Connecticut.

Home search and private showings

Tours of homes for sale in and around Plainfield, including new listings as they hit the market.

Offer strategy and negotiation

Comparable sales, offer terms, contingencies and inspection negotiations.

Getting to the closing table

Coordinating with the lender, title or escrow office and the other agent so nothing slips.

Selling a home

Home valuation

A written price opinion built from sold, pending and active Plainfield area comparables.

Getting the home market-ready

Staging suggestions, small fixes and scheduling professional photos.

Listing exposure

Putting the home in front of local agents and online shoppers through the MLS and listing sites.

From showing to sold

Feedback after showings, multiple-offer handling and closing coordination.

How a typical transaction works

ConsultA first conversation about goals, budget and timing — and a written agreement that spells out services and compensation.
PrepareBuyers get pre-approved; sellers review a pricing analysis and prepare the home for photos.
Market & tourListings go live on the MLS; buyers tour homes and compare recent sales.
NegotiateOffers, counteroffers, inspection requests and appraisal issues are worked through.
CloseFinal walk-through and signing with the title or escrow company under Connecticut rules.

Typical costs on a Plainfield home

Illustrative figures for a home at the local typical value of $352,032. Real numbers depend on your agreement, lender and title company.

Item	Rate	On $352K
Listing-side commission (negotiable)	2.5–3%	$8,801–$10,561
Buyer-side compensation (negotiable)	2–3%	$7,041–$10,561
Buyer closing costs (lender, title, escrow)	2–5%	$7,041–$17,602
Home inspection	flat	$350–$600

Every percentage above is negotiable and is set in the written agreement. Typical value from the Zillow Home Value Index (August 2026).

Areas around Plainfield

Norwich, CT13 mi · $306K Storrs, CT20 mi Mystic, CT22 mi Johnston, RI23 mi · $456K Groton, CT24 mi · $448K Smithfield, RI25 mi · $526K Cranston, RI26 mi · $458K Warwick, RI26 mi · $422K

Questions about these services

How are real estate agents paid in Connecticut?

Compensation is negotiable and set out in writing. Sellers sign a listing agreement; since August 2024 buyers sign a written buyer agreement before touring homes with an agent, stating what the agent will be paid and by whom.

Does Christine Johnson work with both buyers and sellers?

Most agents and brokerages represent both, but not in the same transaction without written consent. Ask how Christine Johnson handles dual agency or designated agency under Connecticut law.

What should I prepare before the first meeting?

Buyers: a mortgage pre-approval, a target budget and a list of must-haves. Sellers: your mortgage payoff estimate, a list of upgrades with dates, and any HOA or survey documents.