Devon Assael - Realtor

Devon Assael - Realtor I'm a 18 year veteran Real Estate Broker serving all of CT! I specialize with First Time Home Buyers, investors, and downsizers.
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I'm mom to a CP & Epilepsy Warrior, a super Bonus Daughter and wife of a first responder. I treat my clients like my family!

06/18/2026

🏡 UNDER CONTRACT! 🎉

This beautifully updated condo in Clinton didn't stay available for long! 🚀

Featuring 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, a brand-new kitchen, new flooring throughout, and the convenience of single-level living, it's easy to see why buyers were drawn to this home. Add in the detached garage, extra storage unit, and a $3,000 appliance credit, and it checked a lot of boxes. ✅

Properties that offer affordability, low-maintenance living, and a great shoreline location continue to attract strong interest from buyers. With easy access to Clinton's beaches, marinas, shopping, restaurants, and commuter routes, this home offered the perfect blend of convenience and lifestyle. 🌊☀️

Congratulations to my seller on getting this one under contract! Now the focus shifts to inspections, financing, and getting us smoothly to the closing table. 🔑

Thinking about making a move? Whether you're buying, selling, downsizing, or just curious what your home might be worth in today's market, let's talk.

📲 Text “Home” to get started 👇
203-499-7168 📞
📩[email protected]

Devon Taylor Assael, Dave Jones Realty
www.soldinct.com

06/17/2026

The schedule may change, but the answer somehow stays the same... 😂📱

"Can you show me a house tonight?"

Sure.

"Can you jump on a quick call?"

Of course.

"Can we write an offer before bedtime?"

Let's do it. 🏡✍️

One thing I've learned in real estate: your calendar is really just a suggestion. 😅

You can start the day thinking you'll catch up on emails, work on marketing, maybe even leave the office early... and then a buyer finds *the* house, an inspection issue pops up, a lender needs documents, and a seller has a question that can't wait until tomorrow.

And honestly? That's part of what makes this business so rewarding.

Real estate isn't a 9-to-5 job. It's a people business. When clients need help making one of the biggest financial decisions of their lives, showing up matters. ❤️

The ability to adapt, pivot, and solve problems on the fly might be one of the most underrated skills in this industry. Some days you're a negotiator. Some days you're a project manager. Some days you're a therapist with access to lockboxes. 😂🔑

Tell me I'm not the only Realtor whose plans get rewritten before the first cup of coffee is finished! ☕️

📲 Text “Home” to get started 👇
203-499-7168 📞
📩[email protected]

Devon Taylor Assael, Dave Jones Realty
www.soldinct.com

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06/16/2026

POV: You’re a real estate agent and you make the mistake of saying, “Looks like I have an easy day today.”

That’s it. That’s all it takes.

The universe immediately responds:

📱 Buyer wants to see three houses tonight
📧 Attorney sends a 14-email thread that somehow involves everyone except the person who has the answer
📄 Appraisal comes in lower than expected
🛠️ Inspection report finds “a few concerns”... and by a few, they mean 47
🏦 Lender needs one more document... for the fifth time
🔑 Seller wants to know why their home hasn’t sold after 48 hours on the market
🚗 Your “quick stop” turns into a two-hour detour

And suddenly that peaceful day you had planned has vanished into the real estate abyss. 😅

People see the closing photos, the sold signs, and the congratulatory posts.

What they don’t see are the last-minute negotiations, the scheduling gymnastics, the problem-solving, the phone calls at dinner, and the countless little fires that get put out before anyone else even knows they existed.

The truth is, no two days are ever the same in this business.

One minute you're grabbing a coffee. The next minute you're helping save a deal that looked dead an hour ago.

So here's a word of advice from a real estate agent:

Never let the universe know you have an easy day.

It takes that personally. 😂

But honestly? That's part of what makes this job so rewarding. Every challenge solved means another family gets to move forward with their next chapter. ❤️🏡

📲 Text “Home” to get started 👇
203-499-7168 📞
📩[email protected]

Devon Taylor Assael, Dave Jones Realty
www.soldinct.com

There are few moments more exciting than buying your first home... and few that come with more questions! 😅From financin...
06/15/2026

There are few moments more exciting than buying your first home... and few that come with more questions! 😅

From financing and inspections to negotiations and closing day, my goal is always to make sure my clients understand every step of the process and feel confident in their decisions.

Buying your first home shouldn't feel overwhelming. It should feel exciting. That's why I take the time to answer questions, explain the details, and guide my clients through every twist and turn along the way.

Congratulations on becoming a homeowner! 🎉🏠 Thank you for trusting me to help you navigate such an important milestone.

Thinking about buying your first home but not sure where to start?

📲 Let's have a conversation. You might be closer than you think.

📲 Text “Home” to get started 👇
203-499-7168 📞
📩[email protected]

Devon Taylor Assael, Dave Jones Realty
www.soldinct.com

We do everything but the packing 🏡

06/14/2026

💸 Most sellers spend money on the WRONG upgrades before they list their home.

They renovate a kitchen. 🍳
Replace countertops. 🔨
Install trendy finishes. ✨

Then they're shocked when the house next door sells faster and for more money... with fewer updates. 😳

Here's the truth:

The best pre-listing upgrades aren't always the most expensive. They're the ones that help buyers emotionally connect with your home the second they walk in the door. ❤️🏡

If I only had a few thousand dollars to spend before listing, here's exactly where I'd put it:

🎨 1. Fresh Neutral Paint

Nothing transforms a home faster than fresh paint.

Neutral colors make rooms feel:
✅ Bigger
✅ Brighter
✅ Cleaner
✅ More move-in ready

Buyers struggle to see past bold colors and personalized spaces. The easier it is for them to picture THEIR furniture in the home, the stronger your offers tend to be.

💡 2. Update Outdated Light Fixtures

You'd be amazed what a few modern fixtures can do.

Swap out old builder-grade lights for updated matte black or brushed nickel fixtures in:

✨ Entryway
✨ Dining room
✨ Kitchen

Remember: buyers see your home online before they ever see it in person. Better lighting = better photos = more showings.

🧼 3. Deep Clean Everything

This may be the highest ROI project of them all.

Clean:
✔️ Baseboards
✔️ Windows
✔️ Floors
✔️ Bathrooms
✔️ Kitchens

Then power wash the exterior, driveway, sidewalks, and deck. 🚿

A sparkling home tells buyers one thing:

"This home has been cared for."

And that's a powerful message.

🏡 Buyers don't usually pay more because you spent the most money.

They pay more because the home feels fresh, clean, updated, and move-in ready.

📲 Text “Home” to get started 👇
203-499-7168 📞
📩[email protected]

Devon Taylor Assael, Dave Jones Realty
www.soldinct.com

06/13/2026

🏡 Buyers, stop treating showings like a museum tour. 👀

You're about to spend $500,000+ on a home... this is NOT the time to be shy. 😅

Yet so many buyers walk through a house, admire the granite countertops, compliment the paint colors, smile politely at the listing agent, and leave without checking the things that actually matter.

Trust me: the listing agent EXPECTS you to look around. You're not being rude. You're being smart. 💡

Here are 7 things I tell every buyer to check:

🚰 1. Turn on every faucet and flush every toilet
Test the water pressure in multiple locations. Weak pressure can point to plumbing issues that aren't cheap to fix.

🪟 2. Open and close the windows
Windows should move smoothly. If they're stuck, it could mean old hardware, poor maintenance, or settling.

🛁 3. Look under sinks and inside cabinets
Water stains, warped wood, mold, and active leaks often hide where buyers never look.

👃 4. Pay attention to the smell
Candles 🕯️, air fresheners 🌸, and fresh-baked cookies 🍪 aren't always there for ambiance. Sometimes they're covering up bigger issues.

📶 5. Check your cell service
Walk into the basement, bedrooms, and backyard. Dead zones can become daily frustrations.

⚡ 6. Open the electrical panel
Nobody does this... but everyone should. Certain older panel brands can create insurance headaches and expensive replacement costs.

🌙 7. Visit the neighborhood at different times
That quiet street at 2 PM may feel very different on a Friday night. Check traffic, parking, noise, and overall neighborhood vibe.

📸 A home isn't just about how it looks in listing photos.

It's about how it functions, feels, and performs after the excitement wears off.

A few extra minutes during a showing could save you thousands of dollars and countless headaches later. 💰

Know someone house hunting right now? Send this to them before their next showing! 📲

📲 Text “Home” to get started 👇
203-499-7168 📞
📩[email protected]

Devon Taylor Assael, Dave Jones Realty
www.soldinct.com

06/12/2026

💰 Everyone sees the sold sign. Few people see what happens behind it.

Let's say a home sells for $385,000 🏡

At a 3% commission, that's $11,550.

Sounds like a big payday, right? 👀

Then comes the reality:

📌 15% to the brokerage
📌 20% set aside for taxes
📌 50/50 split with a business partner or team
📌 Marketing and advertising expenses
📌 Gas and travel
📌 Client gifts
📌 Software, licensing, and business costs
📌 Hours spent on deals that never make it to the closing table

After all of that, the take-home looks a lot different.

This isn't a complaint. I absolutely love what I do ❤️

But if you've ever wondered why some agents burn out, leave the industry, or seem to be working all hours of the day, this is a big reason why.

The agents who succeed long-term aren't just selling homes.

They're running a business, investing in marketing, solving problems, negotiating contracts, managing risk, and helping clients navigate one of the biggest financial decisions of their lives. 🏡✨

The sold sign is just the final chapter. There's a lot of work behind the scenes that most people never see.

📲 Text “Home” to get started 👇
203-499-7168 📞
📩[email protected]

Devon Taylor Assael, Dave Jones Realty
www.soldinct.com

06/11/2026

POV: Your wife's a Realtor... 🏡😂

You thought you married a real estate agent.

Turns out you became:

📸 Part-time photographer
🚪 Open house sign installer
📦 Professional box mover
🪧 Sign holder
🚗 Weekend chauffeur
🔨 Random repair assistant
📱 Social media cameraman
🐕 Open house dog wrangler

And somehow every road trip turns into:

"Let's just stop and look at this house real quick."

Meanwhile, you can't drive through a neighborhood without hearing:

🏡 "That one sold for $425,000."
🏡 "I showed that house three years ago."
🏡 "They definitely overpaid for that."

The best part?

You never know when date night is going to turn into a showing request, an inspection issue, or a conversation about septic systems. 😅

To all the Realtor spouses out there...

Thank you for your service. 🇺🇸😂

If you're thinking about selling let's talk. 🏡

📲 Text “Home” to get started 👇
203-499-7168 📞
📩[email protected]

Devon Taylor Assael, Dave Jones Realty
www.soldinct.com

06/10/2026

🎉🏡 JUST SOLD! 🏡🎉

Congratulations to the new owners of 50 Pleasant Drive in Hamden! 🔑✨

This move-in ready Cape Cod checked all the right boxes: 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, central air, gas heat, a practical layout, and a corner lot with plenty of outdoor space to enjoy. 🌳☀️

In today's market, buyers are looking for homes that don't require a complete HGTV-style renovation before unpacking the first box 📦😅. This home offered the perfect combination of charm, functionality, and convenience, making it an easy favorite.

A huge thank you to my clients for trusting me to guide them through the process. Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you'll ever make, and I'm grateful to be part of that journey. ❤️

Thinking about buying or selling in Hamden or anywhere in Connecticut? Let's talk strategy and create a plan that works for you.

📲 Text “Home” to get started 👇
203-499-7168 📞
📩[email protected]

Devon Taylor Assael, Dave Jones Realty
www.soldinct.com

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Real estate is about so much more than contracts and closing dates. It's about helping people navigate one of the bigges...
06/10/2026

Real estate is about so much more than contracts and closing dates. It's about helping people navigate one of the biggest financial decisions of their lives with confidence.

Whether you're buying your first home, upsizing, downsizing, relocating, or selling a home filled with years of memories, my goal is always the same:

✅ Provide honest advice
✅ Communicate every step of the way
✅ Negotiate fiercely on your behalf
✅ Make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible

I'm incredibly grateful for the trust my clients place in me and for every opportunity to help someone achieve their real estate goals.

Thinking about buying or selling in Middletown or anywhere in Middlesex County? Let's talk about your next move. 🏡

📲 Text “Home” to get started 👇
203-499-7168 📞
📩[email protected]

Devon Taylor Assael, Dave Jones Realty
www.soldinct.com

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49 Randolph Road Marketplace 9
Middletown, CT
06459

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