Who Are We?

As one of the top producing teams of experts in our field both locally and nationally, our full service team strives hard to make your real estate transaction is a truly rewarding experience. We have built our businesses and reputations by mastering what we do, each of us are specializing in our own area (we are a true team), that provide you with exceptional service and results that shine. It is our mission to make a profound and lasting impact on the people's lives we touch daily, both personally and in business, while maintaining honesty and integrity in all that we do. We believe you win in life by helping others. Thank you for this opportunity. We would love to help you too!

Each position on our team has specific responsiblities...people that specialize in each of these areas working to better serve your real estate needs...we invite you to meet our team!

Jana Caudill, Broker/Owner

As the top selling agent in NW Indiana, Jana and her team consistently sell 125-444 properties a year ranking her as the #1 agent in the board in either units sold or closed volume year after year. She has been named among the Top 300 Mega Performers in the Nation for 8 years running, being recognized by Lore Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Real Trends and various real estate publications. Jana has been a Star Power STAR since 2002, an elite group of top performing agents in the industry with a servant-heart. In 2006, she was featured as the MREA Role Model Agent Video and ranked #3 in closed volume and #1 in units sold out of 77,000+ agents. Jana earned her Bachelor of Science degree with honors from Purdue University in Organizational Leadership & Supervision. Her past work experiences coupled with her education, helped develop her excellent organizational, communication, creative marketing and negotiating skills. She truly loves her profession and genuinely cares about helping buyers and sellers reach their goals. You will find her high energy level, integrity, and driven work ethic are second to none! A loving wife and mother of 4 boys, Jana understands the importance of family and helping you accomplish your real estate needs. A stickler for high standards, exceptional service, and a reputation for honesty and results, you will feel very comfortable with Jana and her team on your side. Jana is the Operating Principal, Broker and Co-owner of Red Key Realty Leaders franchise serving NW Indiana and Chicagoland.

Brenda Tovsen, Buyer Specialist

Brenda is full time licensed realtor and Lead Buyer Specialist on The Jana Caudill Team. Brenda’s work ethic, drive, and attention to detail are like no other. Her business management background, former teacher, and bank officer experience add additional value when working with clients. Her continuous involvement in a local school’s television station, newspaper and academic coaching have kept her in touch with today’s generation and the many aspects of media, team work and collaboration. She is a member of the CrossRoads Chamber and is a past Athena Award nominee. Her devotion and dedication to all is attributed to her relationships with her loving husband and daughter. Born and raised in Lake County (Kalmar), Brenda is a pleasure to work with, professional, and most importantly-- extremely talented at what she does! She will go the extra mile when providing you the best service and knowledge for your home buying needs. 

Carmen Ware, Listing Specialist

Carmen is a full time Realtor® on the Jana Caudill Team.  Carmen has an infectious positive energy and a passionate dedication to serving her clients.  Those qualities, matched by her integrity and professionalism make her a delight to work with and someone you can trust.  Her experience as a Sales/Marketing Director for a publicly traded Internet company has helped her understand and stay on the cutting edge of technology.  Throughout her career as a Realtor® and as a Sales Manager for NW Indiana’s largest builder/developer, Carmen has been responsible for helping nearly 1,000 families sell their home or find their dream home.  Carmen believes that service is the rent we pay for living.  It is the very purpose of life and not something you do in your spare time.