Sterling Savings Bank of Announces Winter Bonus Sale

Sterling Savings Bank , a subsidiary of Sterling Financial Corporation STSA, today announced an incentive program for buyers of Sterling-owned properties. All single-family residences and condominiums currently owned by Sterling qualify for this incentive. Incentives are offered beginning Jan. 3, 2011 with closing by March 31, 2011. The suite of incentives include: Up to 4 percent of the purchase price (up to $20,000) for transactions where an offer is received on or after Jan. 3, 2011 and is closed by Feb. 15, 2011 (3.5 percent if closed by March 31, 2011). Up to $600 seller contribution toward a 2-year home warranty plan (independent home warranty provider of buyer's choice). Buyer's choice of either a big screen TV or moving assistance up to $750.