About Michael Sterling
Sterling Capital Management specializes in Tactical Active Fee Based Asset Management. We manage for absolute returns that fits the clients risk level. We incorporate hedging techniques to reduce risk and deliver consistent returns regardless of market conditions. We offer Financial Planning, insurance, managed no-fee annuities, mutual funds, Real Estate Trusts and 1031 tax-free Commercial Real Estate exchanges.
Education
Bachelor's degree
Ecomonics
Licenses
Series 63
Series 65
Series 7
Series 24
Life
Investment Advisor Representative
Variable Contracts
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