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elebrating a Quarter Century of Excellence
In the heart of Maryland, a remarkable journey began on a park bench in Ocean City. Creig and Carla Northrop's conversation sparked a passion for personalized client services and innovative real estate approaches. This humble start marked the beginning of The Creig Northrop Team, which would eventually become one of the region's most respected brokerages.
From Humble Beginnings to Industry Leader
In 2000, the Northrops founded their team with a clear vision: to revolutionize the real estate industry through exceptional client experiences and cutting-edge strategies. Their dedication paid off as they quickly rose to become Maryland's #1 real estate team. Recognized nationally three times by RealTrends and the Wall Street Journal, The Creig Northrop Team continued to grow and evolve.
A New Era of Growth
In 2018, the team transformed into Northrop Realty, a full-service brokerage, ushering in a new era of expansion and opportunity. By 2019, their first full year as a standalone brokerage, Northrop Realty had become the nation's top specialty brokerage in RealTrends.
Today, Northrop Realty boasts an impressive presence with 17 regional offices across Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington D.C., and North Carolina. Their team of over 400 real estate professionals is driven by a shared commitment to excellence and community service.
A Legacy Built on Passion and Dedication
As Creig Northrop reflects on their journey, "When we started this journey, we knew we had something special. Our dedication to our clients, surrounding ourselves with the best professionals in real estate, and serving the communities that we call home has remained constant." Carla Northrop adds, "We grew our team one person at a time, prioritizing a culture of inclusion and knowledge sharing."
Long & Foster's Patrick Bain praises the Northrops' success, saying, "Creig and Carla joined our brokerage as a small team that soon became one of the nation's top. Northrop Realty is now a market-leading brokerage – and still part of our Long & Foster family. I'm truly impressed with all Creig, Carla, and their team have achieved over the years."
Northrop Realty: A Leader in Community Service
As part of their 25th anniversary celebration, Northrop Realty launched Northrop Realty Cares in 2023. This community service program addresses housing instability, food insecurity, and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion.
With a strong foundation built on best-in-class technology, training, leadership, marketing, and networking, Northrop Realty continues to thrive as an affiliate of HomeServices of America, Long and Foster, and Forbes Global Properties. Their commitment to excellence has earned them the top spot in RealTrends' specialty brokerage rankings and recognition as a Top Work Place in Maryland (2022) and Delaware (2023).
