Kevin & Tina
Cindy, You are amazing to work with. You communicated often and proactively. And you are just a very pleasant, up person to deal with. We look forward to giving you a thank you hug at the next boat show where we cross paths. Thanks! Kevin & Tina
Why Finance With a Boat Loan Specialist?
When buying a boat, financing is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make. While banks or credit unions are options, there’s a much smarter choice: working with a lender who specializes in boat loans. Sterling Associates, experts in marine financing, offer many advantages that can save you time and money. Here are 7 Reasons to […]
Fall Boating Tips
Most boaters look upon the end of summer with a sense of sadness, thinking it means the end of the boating season. But a few boaters get excited at the arrival of autumn, because they know fall offers some of the best boating days of the year. With cool, crisp days, great fishing, no crowds […]
Making the Most of the Boat Shows
As with anything in life, it is important to prepare and plan before you head out to shop for a boat. Wandering aimlessly through a boat show, without having done some prior research, can be a fruitless and frustrating experience. With that in mind, here are some tips that will help you make the most […]
Matthew C.
I wanted to say thank you for all of your help and quick response. You answered every phone call and responded to every email. This process was easy and efficient. Thank you for everything.
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Stephen and Maggie P.
Hello, Just wanted to reach out and thank you and your team 18 months ago for providing the financial loan for our tug. Earlier this week we paid the balance and wanted to let you all know every step down from payments to questions were always handled wonderfully. Thanks again. Stephen and Maggie P., Stonington, […]
Greg B.
Thanks, Charlie. You guys make it such an easy process. I appreciate all the help. Have a great Memorial Day weekend! Thanks, Greg B.
Meet Charlie Hamlin: Sterling’s Lowcountry Sales Associate
Sterling Associates opened its Lowcountry office in Charleston, South Carolina about 18 months ago. The Carolina and Georgia coasts, with numerous bays, inlets and fascinating marshlands as well as the open Atlantic, are a boater’s paradise. And of course, the inland lakes and ponds are home to some of the best bass fishing in America. […]
Bruce C.
Thanks so much Max, it has been a pleasure working with you…..appreciate your help in this process. I assume the boat is now officially ours? Wish you lived closer, we would buy you a drink. Thanks again, Bruce.
Greg T.
Shawn, just want to thank you for once again doing a great job for me. This is the 3rd boat you have secured funding for me and this one was the trickiest. I appreciate you working thru the details and landing this financing for me. You are a true professional. Ever need a reference, let […]
Matt T.
Thanks so much Cindy. I cannot thank you and your team enough for making my family’s dream a reality! It was wonderful working with you and I will gladly refer anyone I know to your attention for yacht financing! Matt T.
Buzzy B.
I want to thank both of you for all of your assistance in making this dream possible. I may not have been the easiest client you have dealt with but your professionalism and experience is to be commended and your persistence to get the deal done is very much appreciated. Three years from now, it […]
Mark R.
Cindy, Thank you, you have helped more than I would have ever expected! Mark R.
Dylan P.
Hi Cindy, Thank you so much to you and your office for the all the help, and making the buying process as super smooth process for us. You ladies were great and we would recommend and use your services again. I am extremely happy with the boat, and you made getting everything done super easy. […]
Cliff B.
Cindy, Thank you for the email and for all your assistance. I am also thankful for Robert recommending you as I was unaware of your office. Your team Rocks! This was one of the most professional transactions during my life of buying/closing – hands down. The entire process was seamless, especially with pressing timeline I […]
Clint
A quick note of thanks to you and your team. Made everything very easy. I believe this is my 4th consecutive boat financed through Sterling going back to 2005. Much appreciated. ~Clint
G. Fisher
OMG…THANK YOU, BEVERLY AND YOUR TEAM……Without your professionalism, knowledge and sincere efforts this wouldn’t have happened……We are SO EXCITED. Thank you all again.
Mark and Deb
Doug, You were outstanding!! I will gladly super recommend you and Sterling to everyone of need. This experience could not have been more pleasant and simple. Again, thank you for everything!!! ~Mark and Deb
Dennis R.
Just wanted to let you know about the excellent loan process Doug Howell provided over the last 2 months. He was extremely professional and worked with the manufacturer directly to handle things outside my wheelhouse. He was in constant communication via email and text while meeting every timeline he promised—very rare these days! Thanks for […]
M&L F.
Cindy, Thank you for the update. And more importantly, thank you for all the help you provided throughout this whole process. There is no way that Lisa and I could have navigated this process without your help.
C & T H.
Cindy, Thank you so much. We really appreciate the work you have done for us. You made this purchase very easy for us. It has been great meeting you and working with you.
G. S.
Thank you so much Cindy! You have been amazing to work with and walking us through the process. I am so impressed and I really appreciate you. I will definitely work with you in the future. I would love to send a review on how amazing you have been to any site or to your […]
How to Finance Your Dream Boat
Join Sterling Associates’ Marine Finance Representative Cindy Lewis as she helps you navigate financing your dream boat on the Great Loop Radio Podcast! Marine Lending Basics – Key Moments in the Video About Cindy Lewis: Cindy Lewis has been in the marine industry for over 45 years. Early in her career she worked for a […]
M & A G.
Thank you, Cindy! It has been great to work with you. Thank you for all your patience and advice along the way. When we started and in the rate environment, I didn’t think I would land at the rate where we ended. Thank you for doing so much to keep our rate low and manageable.