Long & Foster Real Estate, the largest family-owned residential real estate company in the United States, has been recognized by the Washington Business Journal as one of the top private companies in the Washington, D.C., metro area. Long & Foster Real Estate earned 18th place on the publication’s annual list, which ranks companies within the region companies by their 2014 revenue.

“We’re proud to be recognized by the Washington Business Journal as one of the top private companies in the Washington, D.C., area,” said Jeffrey S. Detwiler, president and chief operating officer of The Long & Foster Companies. “These rankings show the commitment and focus that Long & Foster has in supporting its clients through the homebuying process and remains focused in providing personalized service to each customer.”

Gary Scott and Boomer Foster, presidents of Long & Foster Real Estate, shared Detwiler’s thoughts and appreciation for the recognition.

“This honor recognizes the value of the wealth of knowledge, integrity and professionalism our team of experts has in support of Long & Foster’s mission to deliver buyers and sellers the total homeownership experience,” Scott and Foster said. “For more than 45 years, Long & Foster has been home to the best-trained, best-equipped real estate agents and leaders in the industry, and we will continue to provide unparalleled customer service to our buyers and sellers throughout the Mid-Atlantic.”

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