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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 […]

Do you have a boater on your shopping list this holiday season? If so, consider yourself lucky. That’s because there are plenty of wonderful gift ideas out there you can choose from. Here are a few of the best.

Kathryn Bakinowski joined our Ft. Lauderdale office as a sales associate in August. She graduated from the University of Florida in Gainesville with a degree in Business and a specialization in Professional Selling. She worked her way through UF in just three years, one and a half of which she also spent as a Teaching […]

You’ve decided you want to buy a boat. You may have even picked out the perfect vessel. Now it’s time to pay for it. The process of financing a boat can be intimidating, especially if it’s your first time doing it and you’re not familiar with the process. But there’s no reason to be nervous. […]

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

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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.

Join Sterling Associates at these 2024 Fall Boat Shows!

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, […]

Thanks, Charlie. You guys make it such an easy process. I appreciate all the help. Have a great Memorial Day weekend! Thanks, Greg B.