Our Profile: Focus on California and Asian-American Markets
Sterling Bank and Trust, F.S.B. was the primary banking subsidiary of Sterling Bancorp, Inc.4 (NASDAQ: SBT).5 Founded in 1984, the bank was historically recognized for serving the financial needs of individuals, professionals, and businesses, particularly within the Asian-American communities in its key markets.
Prior to its acquisition by EverBank, Sterling Bank had its primary branch operations in the high-growth metropolitan areas of San Francisco Bay Area and Los Angeles/Orange County, California, as well as a significant branch in Flushing, New York City, and an operations center in Southfield, Michigan.6
Core Business Segments
Sterling Bank and Trust focused on relationship-based lending and deposit services across its markets:
- Retail and Business Banking: Offered a range of checking, savings, and deposit products for individuals and small businesses.
- Lending: Historically focused on various loan products, including residential mortgage lending and commercial term loans.7
- Specialty Markets: Developed a deep understanding of the unique financial needs of professionals and entrepreneurs in its concentrated geographic areas.
Corporate Contact Information (Current Transition Period)
Due to the merger, general corporate inquiries are being managed by the acquiring institution. The corporate address below reflects the former U.S. headquarters.
| Name | STERLING BANK AND TRUST, F.S.B. (Now a subsidiary of EverBank, N.A.) |
| Status | Currently operating under its own brand until full integration into EverBank in 2025. |
| Address (Corporate HQ) | 1 Towne Square, Southfield, MI 48076, USA. |
| Tel (General Customer Service) | +1 (800) 903-5658 (U.S. Toll-Free) |
| SWIFT Code (General Use) | Please contact the bank directly or visit the EverBank transition page for the current SWIFT code, as international routing may have changed post-merger. |
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