Sterling National Mortgage Company, Inc., is one of the nation’s premier mortgage banks.  We have built our reputation on integrity, commitment and exceptional service, allowing us to grow with a foundation of referrals and repeat business.   Sterling has more than 200 mortgage professionals throughout the US.   Our real estate financial expertise and common sense approach to the assessment of loan scenarios, coupled with a “walk through walls” dedication has helped our clients achieve their home financing objectives.

Originally known as Real Estate Funding Center (REFC), Sterling National Mortgage Company, Inc. was established in 1996 when it was acquired by Sterling National Bank.  REFC was founded in 1987 by David Drucker and Michael Bizenov, who were guided by an entrepreneurial spirit and steadfast adherence to the “customer is first” way of doing business.

In the years since its acquisition, Sterling has matured into a respected and reputable leader in the mortgage banking industry.  We have expanded our Long Island-based operation into a national company.

Under the guidance of Michael Bizenov, President, Sterling National Mortgage’s loan originations are over $1.5 billion a year.  We are a direct lender and have one of the largest arrays of banking products in the industry.  While we have grown explosively, our business philosophy from 20 years ago, is still strictly adhered to.  “Our approach to business”, explains Mr. Bizenov, “has been to recreate the original formula of commitment and personal service, and make sure that is duplicated from branch to branch.  We want everyone to realize and remember that you need to treat each client as the most important client you ever had.”

As Sterling continues to grow, we remain steadfast in our resolve to provide our customers with personalized service and innovative loan programs.

Sterling National Mortgage is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sterling National Bank, a full service banking institution founded in 1929. Our parent company, Sterling Bancorp, has been publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (STL) since 1929.