About the Guest(s):

David Hodgman

David Hodgman is the Office Manager at Noll Team Real Estate, where he plays the pivotal role of “air traffic controller” — managing the countless moving pieces behind every transaction. A former client turned team member, David’s journey reflects his heart for serving others and his gift for turning complexity into simplicity. Known as the glue that holds the process together, he ensures Noll Team delivers smooth, stress-free outcomes for every client.

Episode Summary:

In this episode of Moving Fort Wayne, host Brad Noll pulls back the curtain with special guest David Hodgman, the man responsible for keeping Noll Team Real Estate running seamlessly. While agents focus on building relationships, showing homes, and negotiating deals, David orchestrates the 100+ behind-the-scenes tasks that make a move feel effortless.

From his first step into real estate as a client to now being the culture-keeper of the team, David shares how serving others drives everything he does. You’ll hear how he manages virtual assistants, supports Realtors through one-on-ones, and constantly refines processes so clients walk away saying the words he loves most: “That was easy.”

Brad and David also unpack the importance of character and competence when choosing a Realtor, why capacity is the hidden key to client success, and why Noll Team’s structure is “built different.”

If you’ve ever wondered what makes moving with Noll Team smoother, less stressful, and more effective — this is the behind-the-scenes episode you need.

Key Takeaways:

• Air Traffic Control for Real Estate: David ensures 26 people and 100+ tasks per transaction land smoothly.
• Capacity = Confidence: Noll Team’s structure frees agents to focus only on what clients value most.
• Serve Others First: How a culture rooted in service transforms the client experience.
• Always Improving: Why a “proven process” is never finished — it keeps evolving with client needs.
• Relationships Win: From client events to vendor partnerships, community is at the core.

Notable Quotes:

• “My number one goal is just to serve others well.” — David Hodgman
• “I can’t imagine going at this business alone, like representing somebody with hundreds of thousands of dollars of negotiation on the line.” — Brad Noll
• “When my world completely changed is the moment I got more excited about helping other people win.” — Brad Noll
• “On the surface, calm. Underneath, paddling like crazy — we’ll carry the stress so our clients don’t have to.” — David Hodgman
• “Our mission is to help our clients save time, reduce stress, and keep as much money in your pocket as possible.” — Brad Noll

Resources:

• Follow Noll Team Real Estate: www.TheNollTeam.com
• Learn more about Fort Wayne real estate on the Moving Fort Wayne Podcast.