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Thank you so much Cindy. It’s been a joy, you are a wealth of knowledge! Looking forward to buying you a drink or dinner if we head down to FL for Trawlerfest to show our thanks!

I had a great experience working with Charles Hamlin at Sterling Associates! He helped me secure an excellent rate on my boat loan, and the entire process was fast, smooth, and stress-free. Charles communicated with me every step of the way, answered all my questions, and made sure I always knew exactly what was happening […]

“Cindy, I want to give you a special thanks as I know this was not the run of the mill loan. I do really appreciate the extra time and effort it took to get this loan done. I don’t know how many people would have pushed through what it took to make it happen.  You […]

“Sterling was absolutely awesome to work with!! Doug did a great job taking care of everything and making the purchase of my new boat nice and smooth…. Highly recommend Sterling Associates” — Donnie J.

“Doug was fantastic to work with. I feel he went above and beyond to get a boat to me when I wanted it.” — Mark B., Lebanon, OH

Sterling made the entire Process of obtaining financing processing paperwork and documenting the boat extremely easy. Doug Howell is AMAZING to deal with. Process was fast and easy. I highly recommend Sterling Yacht services. – Ed K.

From the historic docks of Newport to the sunny marinas of Miami, the coming months are packed with opportunities to explore the latest in boating. Sterling Associates will be on-site at each show, ready to answer your financing questions and help make your dream boat a reality. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or upgrading to […]

I just wanted to reach out and share what a great experience we had working with Doug Howell on the financing for our new boat earlier this month. To be honest, I wasn’t sure what to expect. I didn’t come to Sterling Associates through a referral, but I had read a few positive reviews on […]

By Kieran Conaty, Marine Finance Representative, Sterling Associates TrawlerFest Anacortes 2025 was a fantastic experience—both professionally and personally. Held from May 15–17 as part of the Anacortes Boat & Yacht Show, this year’s event brought together passionate boaters, seasoned professionals, and aspiring trawler owners from all over the country. I was excited to represent Sterling […]

Charlie, Thank you so very much for all your help and prompt, professional mannerisms!!! I can’t remember who recommended you to me, but I am ever so grateful. You really made the whole process seamless. I will certainly pass your name on to anyone needing the services in the future. I hope you have a […]

Charlie- Just wanted to take a minute to say Thank You for your assistance in getting the boat financed. If I can ever be any assistance or a reference, please do not hesitate to shoot me a note or give me a shout. -Jeff

Thanks Doug, That was easy and painless! I will definitely throw in the good word for you. You were the only one they recommended so I’m pretty sure you have won them over. LOL Adam

Doug, Thanks so much for all of this. I really appreciate your time and going back and forth with me and getting this to work. Thanks again man and I will send anyone your way looking to make a similar purchase. I really appreciate it.

Working with Charlie throughout our boat loan process was an absolute pleasure. As first-time boat owners, we had a lot of questions and uncertainty, but Charlie made everything smooth and stress-free from start to finish. Unlike many salespeople who disappear after the deal is done, Charlie continued to check in and make sure everything was […]

Thank you Cindy! Got confirmation from dealer they received the funds. It has been an absolute pleasure working with you on this and I see why so many recommended you so highly!  Zach C. Punta Gorda, Florida

Cindy, Thank you!  Once again you have been incredibly great to work with.  I’d never purchase another boat without having you involved.   You are the best! Mark R. Leesburg, VA

Cindy,  This is amazing news!  You have been a pillar of support and we appreciate you so much.  I simply can’t say thank you enough.  I hope you have an amazing summer filled with sun and relaxation.   Respectfully, Robyn Y. Harrington, Delaware

Get ready for the 2025 Spring & Summer Boat Show season! Sterling Associates is thrilled to participate in these premier events. Whether you’re searching for the perfect boat or need expert advice on financing, we’d love to connect with you. Visit us at the shows listed below and let’s make your boating dreams a reality. […]

Kieran, Outstanding!  This process has been so smooth it’s almost unbelievable.  Thank you for all of your help! Michael N.

Kieran, Thank you very much for the great communication for this sale. Your company has a great thing going for them making buying boats a breeze. The service your team provides is priceless! Thank you, Frank & Linda

The 2025 Winter Boat Show season is here, and Sterling Associates is excited to be part of these incredible events. Whether you’re shopping for a new boat or looking to finance your dream vessel, stop by and chat with us at the shows listed below! Winter Boat Show Calendar 📍 New England Boat Show 📅 […]

Doug Howell has been a Sales Associate in Sterling’s Ft. Lauderdale office for a little over three years now.  A native of Stuart, FL, he attended the University of Colorado, majoring in economics, before returning to his home state and landing the job at Sterling Associates. “The most interesting thing about this job is that […]

Winter can be a depressing time for recreational boaters. But smart boaters know the cold, dark winter months are the best time to tackle boat work that they don’t want to do during the summer. Here are a few boating projects you might want to do this winter. Change your impeller. A boat’s impeller can quickly […]

Determining the best time to buy a boat is a little like trying to time the stock market; if it was easy, everyone would be rich. Although bargains can be found throughout the year, the general consensus is that fall and winter are the optimum times to do your boat shopping. Dealerships want to clear […]

Kieran Conaty joined the Sterling team in the Annapolis, MD office as a sales associate in June of 2024. Kieran brings a wealth of experience in the boating industry through his work with PassageMaker Magazine and then BoatTest selling video content programs to boat builders and product manufacturers “Over the years, I was able to […]