Black Friday is nearly here, bringing with it the promise of amazing deals. But while the discounts are exciting, the frenzy, the crowds, and the constant barrage of ads can sometimes leave us feeling overwhelmed. And nothing sours the mood faster than falling victim...
read moreArvest is offering a Disaster Relief Loan Program aimed at helping customers impacted by the government shutdown. The Program is specifically designed to provide quick access to funds during this challenging time. This loan is available until Nov. 21, 2025, and...
read moreWhen it comes to retirement, there are some factors we can control, and many more we can’t. We can choose how much to save, and how to invest those savings. We can choose the retirement start date. We can choose whether to keep working in retirement, and we may have...
read moreAt Arvest, we’re committed to being your trusted partner at every step of your financial journey. To continue delivering unparalleled protection and exceptional service, we need your help in keeping your contact information accurate and up to date. Why accuracy...
read moreWhat is long-term care? Long-term care refers to the ongoing services and support needed by people who have chronic health conditions or disabilities. There are three levels of long-term care: Skilled care: Generally, round-the-clock care that’s given by...
read moreSeptember is life insurance awareness month. Each year, the Life Insurance Marketing and Research Association (LIMRA) publishes a fact sheet of data regarding people’s awareness of life insurance and their options. It turns out, many are woefully unaware. Even after...
read moreWords matter. The word “Hispanic” represents an individual whose heritage is traced to a Spanish-speaking country or culture. The word “Latino” represents an individual whose heritage is traced to a Latin American country or culture. While these two words are...
read moreIn today’s fast-paced digital world, credit card fraud is a growing concern for everyone, especially college students. As they embark on managing their finances, often for the first time, they may encounter cunning fraudsters who use everything from phishing...
read morePayments on federal student loans were paused for forty-three months, beginning at the start of 2020 and lasting through September 2023. In May, the federal government announced that collections would resume on defaulted federal student loans. Recent college graduates...
read moreTalking about what happens after you pass is not the most fun topic, but it is arguably the most important topic for securing your legacy. Estate planning ensures your wishes and goals are fulfilled upon your passing. Your goal may be to simply ensure your loved ones...
read moreArvest named Zunaira Ali loan manager for the bank’s Tulsa region. In her new role, she will provide leadership and day-to-day direction for the bank’s lending functions. Ali joined Arvest in 2007 and has 22 years of banking experience. She previously served as Senior...
read moreWe are honored to have been recognized by the Kansas City Business Journal as one of the 2025 Best Places to Work. Arvest was one of 48 leading businesses in the region to have received this honor. Rankings were based on “employee feedback in confidential surveys...
read moreKnowing how we will and won’t provide notifications or request information from you helps protect your time and money. One way to help keep your account safe and secure is to make sure we can reach you for important alerts by updating your contact info in the way...
read moreAccording to a recent article in The Wall Street Journal, President Trump is considering an executive order instructing the Labor Department and the Securities and Exchange Commission to prepare guidance for employers and retirement plan administrators on making...
read moreArvest was recognized by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) during its 2025 Rural Development National Lenders of the Year Award Ceremony. The annual award ceremony honors the work of the USDA’s top national lending partners supporting rural...
read moreFraudsters’ ability to take advantage of new technology, impersonate trusted vendors and exploit your business is more impressive than ever. According to the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center, $16.6 billion in losses were reported in 2024, a 33% increase over...
read moreKelly Carlson has been named president for the bank’s Greater Kansas City market. He succeeds Mark Larrabee, who announced his retirement after 44 years in the industry, including 16 with Arvest in the Kansas City region. Carlson, who joined Arvest in 2008, had served...
read moreHave you ever wondered how scammers get your information? There are actually lots of ways, like organizational breaches, re-used passwords, and social media oversharing. Something many people may not think about is public Wi-Fi. Public Wi-Fi is popular due to its many...
read moreArvest’s 15th annual Million Meals campaign raised a record $616,100 to benefit more than 80 food partners in the bank’s footprint of Arkansas, Oklahoma, Kansas and Missouri. With one dollar able to provide up to five meals for someone in need, the funds will help...
read moreGenerally speaking, as much as possible. You need to build a fund that you can draw on for a significant portion of your retirement income. Believe it or not, this may be possible if you start planning and building your retirement strategy early on. Contribute as much...
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