Moving Fort Wayne

This week on Moving Fort Wayne, Brad goes solo to make the case for the city he chose. He didn't grow up in Fort Wayne, but after more than two decades here, his stance is simple: "I'm not from here, but I'm not leaving." In this episode, Brad explains why a place once known only for being affordable has quietly become one of the best places in the country to build a life. Drawing on 23 years in F...

This week on Moving Fort Wayne, Brad Noll sits down with Richy Mon, the newest member of Noll Team Real Estate, to answer a question every buyer and seller eventually faces: how do you choose the right realtor? A Fort Wayne native, Richie spent five years in Nashville building a career as a professional dancer while working in real estate, sharing stages with artists like Dolly Parton, Keith Urban...

This week on Moving Fort Wayne, Brad Noll sits down with fellow Noll Team advisor Ryan Achor to explore what it really means to "treat you like one of the family." It is a phrase the team says often, and in this episode they pull back the curtain on what that promise looks like in practice, drawing on their own experiences guiding parents, grandparents, and relatives through some of the biggest fi...

This week on Moving Fort Wayne, Brad Noll sits down with Katelyn High, Account Manager at Meridian Title, to pull back the curtain on one of the most overlooked pieces of any home sale: title insurance. Buyers and sellers tend to obsess over kitchens, bathrooms, and backyards. But the parts of the transaction you cannot see, who legally owns the property, whether hidden liens are attached, and whe...

This week on Moving Fort Wayne, Brad Noll sits down with Jamie Miller of Gold Key, a home inspection company that has completed roughly 27,000 inspections and is widely regarded as an authority on home inspections across the Midwest and Indiana. With Northeast Indiana swinging from freezing rain to 80 degrees in a single week, the two dig into how temperature differentials, rising humidity, and hi...

This week on Moving Fort Wayne, Brad is joined by Brock Noye to walk through one of the most underexplained stretches of the home buying journey: the 30 to 45 days between an accepted offer and closing day. Getting the call that your offer was accepted is one of the most rewarding moments in real estate, but the work is far from done. Brad and Brock unpack what comes next, why the emotional roller...

This week on Moving Fort Wayne, Brad sits down with Alayna Baker, the Noll Team's current marketing intern and a senior at Homestead High School. The conversation pulls back the curtain on what an internship at a top 1% real estate team actually looks like, what an ambitious high school senior learns when she steps into a real workplace, and why the Noll Team has made internships a core part of ho...

This week on Moving Fort Wayne, Brad sits down with Charity, a Noll Team advisor with over a decade of real estate experience, to answer the question buyers ask most often: where do I even start? The pair walk through the exact process The Noll Team uses to guide buyers, from the first conversation to the moment keys change hands, and explain why skipping the prep work is the single biggest mistak...

This week on Moving Fort Wayne, Brad goes solo to talk about the backyard shift that has reshaped how buyers shop and how sellers should think about their homes. What used to be a "nice to have" big yard has become one of the top deciding factors in a home purchase. Brad unpacks why outdoor living moved from extra to expected, what it means for resale value, and how to think through an outdoor inv...

This week on Moving Fort Wayne, Brad sits down with Scott Kellenberger of Home Warranty, Inc. to demystify one of the most misunderstood tools in real estate. Scott breaks down what a home warranty actually covers, how it differs from homeowner's insurance, and why both buyers and sellers benefit from having one in place. Whether you're a first-time buyer, preparing to list your home, or settling...

This week on Moving Fort Wayne, Brad and Melissa Little break down one of the biggest points of confusion for home sellers: the difference between what a buyer is willing to pay and what an appraiser says your home is worth. From how emotions and renovations factor into pricing to why your online estimate changed the moment your home hit the market, this episode walks sellers through the reality o...

This week on Moving Fort Wayne, Brad sits down with Tiffany Ham to tackle one of the biggest questions in home buying: how do you know when you've found the right house? From managing expectations shaped by HGTV and social media to aligning with a decision-making partner, Brad and Tiffany share practical strategies that help buyers move from uncertainty to confidence. Whether you're a first-time b...

This week on Moving Fort Wayne, Brad walks through the most common ways a Midwest winter takes a toll on your home, from roof damage and gutter buildup to foundation stress and furnace wear. Drawing on a conversation with a local home inspector who has seen thousands of Northeast Indiana homes, Brad shares practical tips for every homeowner heading into spring. Whether you're buying, selling, or s...

This week on Moving Fort Wayne, Brad sits down with Brock Noye to discuss the critical importance of obtaining pre-approval when buying a home. Brock breaks down what pre-approval involves and why navigating the housing market without it can put buyers at a disadvantage. They explore the key factors lenders consider, such as income, credit history, assets, and existing debt, giving listeners a cle...

This week, Brad sits down with guest Charity Middelton to explore the delicate process of making an offer on a home, a journey often filled with excitement and nerves. Charity shares insights on the essential steps before an offer, balancing emotions with practical decisions, and navigating counteroffers and potential rejection. Brad and Charity also discuss the importance of clear communication w...

This week on Moving Fort Wayne, Brad and Nick Boucher from Ruoff unpack the complexities of the mortgage process and the vital role that clear communication between real estate agents and lenders plays in a smooth home buying experience. They discuss key factors that affect mortgage qualification, including credit history, debt capacity, and available funds. Brad and Nick also bust common myths ab...

This week, Brad Noll explores common pricing challenges that home sellers face as the spring real estate market approaches. He questions the popular belief that spring is always the best season to sell and stresses that effective pricing strategies are crucial for a successful sale. Noll explains why many sellers overestimate their home’s value, often influenced by the endowment effect, and provid...

In this episode of Moving Fort Wayne, Brad dives into the evolving landscape of real estate, focusing on the recent changes to buyer agency agreements and buyer representation. Joined by Trevor Day, Brad examines how these shifts are reshaping real estate transactions and what they mean for buyers and agents alike. They also explore fascinating parallels between this transformation and the game-ch...

Brad Noll is the host of the podcast "Moving Fort Wayne" and a dedicated real estate professional at Noll Team Real Estate. With a comprehensive understanding of the Fort Wayne, Indiana market, Brad brings invaluable insights to homeowners and homebuyers. He is committed to building personal relationships and providing guidance that goes beyond traditional real estate transactions, focusing on hel...

Brad Noll is a prominent real estate expert at the helm of Noll Team Real Estate. With over 23 years of experience in the real estate industry, Brad has cultivated a deep understanding of market dynamics and client needs. His approach hinges on the philosophy that meaningful relationships and life changes drive real estate decisions, not market fluctuations. Known for his strategic planning skills...

In this engaging episode of "Moving Fort Wayne," host Brad Noll delves into some of the most pressing questions that buyers and sellers in the Fort Wayne real estate market are facing today. This solo episode covers an array of topics from market conditions to strategic home purchasing tips, all aimed at equipping listeners with the knowledge needed to navigate the real estate landscape confidentl...

About the Guest(s): Ryan Achor is a seasoned Realtor working with the Noll Team Real Estate in Fort Wayne, Indiana. With a deep understanding of the Fort Wayne real estate market and a knack for building strong client relationships, Ryan embodies the empathetic, client-centric approach that his team is known for. He brings firsthand personal experience to the table, sharing insights on family dyna...

About the Guest(s): Kelly Werth is a very skilled real estate professional with over nine years of experience in the luxury residential market, particularly in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Her expertise spans high-end residential properties and lake homes, making her a sought-after advisor for luxury buyers and sellers. Kelly's deep understanding of what defines luxury in real estate has equipped her with...

About the Guest(s): Melissa Little is an experienced real estate expert who has been a pivotal part of the Noll Team over the past four years. She has facilitated over 205 successful listing transactions, amounting to a sales volume of $63 million. Her vast expertise in the real estate market and her deep understanding of the nuances of selling homes make her a valuable resource for anyone looking...

About the Guest(s): Brock Noye is an experienced real estate advisor at the Noll Team in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He has a diverse professional background that includes roles in logistics, financial advising, and a personal passion for real estate. Born and raised in Auburn, Noye attended DeKalb High School and later pursued his education at Indiana University Bloomington. After initially moving to In...