The Martin Township Rural Fire Department’s efforts to protect and serve residents in north Pope County, Ark., received a boost thanks to a $5,000 grant from the Arvest Foundation. The gift was announced recently when Arvest Bank commercial banker Megan Chenowith...
read morePet scams are big business these days, with scammers posing as breeders and raking in money from many people in the United States. The Better Business Bureau estimates that pet scam reports have increased nearly five times since 2017, when the trend first came to...
read moreUniversity of Arkansas senior tight end Trey Knox is a two-time Southeastern Conference academic honor roll selection. Arvest Bank is pleased to announce we have reached an agreement with Knox to promote a different kind of education. Arvest and Knox have agreed to a...
read moreWhile preparing for back-to-school, cybersecurity should be a top priority. When everyone from a toddler to a teacher has access to smart devices, it’s critical that parents watch over and protect their children’s cyber security. Since children’s...
read moreInflation. It’s affecting almost every industry, individual and aspect of our lives. While it’s uncertain how long inflation will last or its long-term effects, you can take strategic steps today to help protect your finances from its impact. Modify your budget for...
read moreOngoing efforts to capture and commemorate the history of Scott County, Ark., received a boost earlier this year in the form of a $6,500 grant awarded by the Arvest Foundation. Shelley Buckles, Deb Fuller and Keith Slater of Arvest Bank were on hand to present the...
read moreMany financial professionals recommend 529 plans as the best way for most families to save for college.* After new legislation that passed in 2019, 529 plans are more flexible than ever to help you make the most of your investment and your tax-free earnings. Here are...
read moreWhen it comes to back-to-school shopping, you have a lot to check off your list. Whether you are shopping online or taking advantage of a department store sale, it is important to keep your financial information secure. According to Mastercard SpendingPulseTM,...
read moreArvest Wealth Management is proud to recognize Sean Garibay, Taylor DeWeese, and Ryan Brisiel as our newest Senior Client Advisors. These advisors are highly driven, customer-focused, and adhere to our policies and procedures in a manner worthy of this coveted...
read moreArvest Bank is pleased to announce Ninish Ukkan has joined the company as Chief Technology Officer to lead the development of our next-generation banking platform in the cloud. Ukkan previously served in the same position at Green Dot Corporation, where he led the...
read moreThe Game of Life (the board game introduced by Milton Bradley as The Checkered Game of Life) was originally created over 160 years ago, in 1860. In the modern version released in 1960, the game starts out with an interesting scenario. Each player must choose whether...
read moreThe Cherokee Area Council Boy Scouts of America will receive a boost in support for local scouts thanks to a $5,000 donation from the Arvest Foundation. Arvest Wealth Management senior client advisor Terri Taylor recently presented the check to Philip Wright,...
read moreDon’t take the bait! Smishing is the most common mobile-based phishing. Slow down and think before you click! Smishing has become a big problem; according to the FBI, it is only getting worse. The average person gets over 19 spam texts per month. While not all...
read moreArvest Bank is pleased to announce Penny Lacy has been promoted to the position of executive vice president and sales manager for the bank in Springfield, Mo. Lacy started her career with Arvest in 1994 and most recently served as director of associate relations in...
read moreQuick question: Would you prefer to inherit—1. A $200,000 portfolio of stocks and bonds, or 2. A $200,000 IRA invested in the same stocks and bonds? All things being equal, the IRA should be your second choice since it comes with an income tax obligation. Most...
read moreArvest Bank recently announced a five-year partnership with Google Cloud to enable and accelerate our multi-year digital transformation strategy. This news follows announcements about our partnership with technology leader Thought Machine and Laura Merling joining...
read moreHas the recent uptick in mortgage rates put your homebuying dreams on hold? If so, an adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM) may provide an option that makes homeownership a reality. While traditional fixed-rate mortgages allow you to lock in an interest rate that remains the...
read moreArvest Bank is pleased to announce we have added Anne E. McGregor to our local board of directors in Springfield, Mo. McGregor has served as chair of the Neighbor Company, where she works with family members to direct and facilitate charitable investments and oversees...
read moreArvest Bank hosted a launch party for an upcoming Habitat for Humanity of Benton County (Ark.) bank build on Thursday and is excited to work with other local financial institutions on the construction of a home this fall. In addition to hosting the launch party at our...
read moreWith restrictions winding down and summer in full swing, Americans are beginning to experience some of the wonderful travel they previously deferred. Some reports show travel spending is on the rise, and spending on experiences is outweighing spending on goods. Travel...
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