What started as a simple job opened new doors and led me to a career I am passionate about and found a greater purpose in serving others.
For years, my life revolved around football, until a part-time job showed me a future I hadn’t considered. I went to college to play, but while trying to earn some extra money, I started selling cars. Suddenly, I saw a different path for myself as I picked it up really fast. At that age, doing as well as I was, I decided to leave college and see how far this newfound passion would take me.
What made me really enjoy sales was learning that it wasn’t about persuasion at all. No one wants to be rushed into a decision or pressured into something that doesn’t feel right. It was about connection, asking the right questions, listening carefully, and helping people make choices that actually fit their needs. Everyone wants a luxury sports car, but most people need something more practical, and it was my job to help them identify what they need.
Within two years, I went from closing eight cars a month to thirty. A lot of those clients were Spanish-speaking, and while my Spanish wasn’t perfect, they still came to me because I took time to explain, answered their questions, and made sure they felt taken care of. That taught me early that if your focus is on helping people, that trust will build a reputation that is far more valuable than any sale.
After a couple of years in car sales, I could feel the pull toward something bigger. My dad had been in the mortgage industry for years, and I’d been helping him out since I was 16. He always wanted me to go into real estate or mortgages, but I wanted to prove myself first. I told him, “Let me do this on my own, get my house with my own income, and then we’ll talk.” I bought my first home on my 21st birthday.
That same year, in September 2023, I got my real estate license. I already knew how to build genuine relationships and guide clients through high-stakes decisions. But in real estate, I have more control over the entire process from beginning to end. I’m truly working for my clients, down to the vendors we work with, how we structure the deal, and the ease of the experience from day one.
My father offered a lot of great insight to help me get started. He wanted me to work for this and create my own name in the business. And as a result, I built my own pipeline, earned my clients’ trust, and proved I could really do this. It is a pretty amazing thing to be a part of helping people invest through homeownership, whether it is their first home or their tenth.
Despite being one of the younger agents and facing early challenges, I rose to become a top-10 producer at my brokerage within just two years and was featured in D Magazine as one of DFW’s Best Agents. I’m the youngest on that list by a decade. It really represents the greater impact I have had on my clients in a short period of time, and that I am on the right path.
Every thank-you note, every positive review, every referral, that's what reminds me I’m doing it right. My dad always told me, “Figure out what the client needs, then line every part of the deal up to make it happen.” When you do things the right way with the client’s best interests at the center of the process, it’s a recipe for great outcomes every single time.
Outside of work, I enjoy playing a game of football with friends, going to car meetups, and trying new restaurants, I have many great recommendations!
My approach is built on communication, honesty, and making sure you feel confident throughout the process. That starts with helping you understand your numbers, connecting you with lenders who actually fit your situation, and going through the contract so you know exactly what you're signing. I watch timelines closely, get ahead of potential problems, and stay on top of the other parties involved to make sure nothing falls through. If something doesn’t benefit you, I’ll say so. If someone we’re working with isn’t a good fit, I’ll find someone better. When it’s time to write or respond to offers, I focus on what will actually work and protect you long-term.
And for sellers, I provide data and experience-backed advice on pricing, marketing, and how to handle showings. Once we’re under contract, I stay fully involved, whether it’s negotiating repairs, closing details, or following up with the lender. You won’t have to chase me or guess what’s happening.
It’s a privilege to guide people through decisions this important, and I don’t take that lightly. I aim to be a lifelong resource for all things real estate, whether you have questions about the market, need trusted professionals for your home, or just want honest advice. I’m here to help!
Sincerely,
Devin Cruz
REALTOR® | LIC# 0812159
Direct 214.862.5228
DevinCruz@RogersHealy.com
DevinSellsDallas.com
