If you own or manage a business, your mailbox and inbox are probably full of offers to give you a loan. Why? Because making loans for businesses is easy. But at the end of the day, a loan is just a transaction – you get money and you’re obligated to repay that money...
When it comes to the day-to-day operations of your business, you have a lot on your plate. With fraud and data security threats constantly evolving, you need to be aware of safety measures to keep your customer card data protected. The Payment Card Industry Data...
Keeping your cool can be difficult when the market goes on one of its periodic roller-coaster rides. Having strategies in place can prepare you, both financially and psychologically, to handle market volatility. Here are 11 ways to avoid making hasty decisions, which...
Arvest Bank is pleased to announce we have added David Teigen to our local board of directors in Eureka Springs, Ark. Teigen is the owner of Teigen Insurance and Teigen Properties and has worked in the insurance industry since 1976. Additionally, he is the incoming...
Arvest Bank is pleased to announce Rebecca Lewis has been promoted to executive vice president and sales manager for the bank in Tulsa, Okla. Lewis has 28 years of industry experience, most recently serving as branch administrator and sales coordinator for Arvest’s...
Did you know that business bank accounts don’t have the same protections that federal law affords consumers when it comes to recovering from fraudulent transactions? With experts predicting an increase in financial crimes, it’s critical for businesses of all sizes to...
When it’s time to choose or change the bank for your business, the selection process can and should be very similar to how you go about choosing the right job candidate to add to your team. As with a job candidate, you want the bank with the right mix of services and...
Arvest Bank is pleased to announce Mike Willard has accepted the role of regional director of community banks for Benton County, Ark. Willard has held various roles at Arvest, most recently as the president and CEO of its North Central Arkansas region. He also served...
Arvest Bank is pleased to announce Scott Copeland has been named president and CEO for the bank in North Arkansas. Copeland has 15 years of industry experience, most recently serving as community bank president for Arvest in Mountain Home, Ark. In his new role,...
In observance of Independence Day, all Arvest branches and the customer service line will be closed on Monday, July 4. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, July 5. For your convenience, you can bank 24/7 using: Arvest Go Mobile App Arvest Online Banking...
You have moved out, and you are living on your own for the first time. You have your own source of income and freedom. Now what? You don’t have to wait until you have graduated college to learn how to manage your money. Here are 5 simple steps to start budgeting as a...
Arvest Bank is pleased to announce Shane Cowger has been named executive vice president and loan manager for the bank in Springfield, Mo. Cowger has been with Arvest Bank for 23 years, most recently serving as sales manager in Springfield. Additionally, Cowger has...
Norman Public Schools students will benefit from a $5,000 grant from the Arvest Foundation. The gift was announced recently at the Norman Public School Foundation office. Arvest executive vice president Rocky Williams was on hand to present the check to Alesha...
Arvest Bank is pleased to announce it has added John Paul to its Southwest Arkansas Advisory Board. Paul is retired and most recently served as interim general manager of the Hot Springs Village Property Owners Association (2020-2021), where he served as the director...
What is Elder Abuse? Elder abuse is an intentional or negligent act by any person that causes harm or a serious risk of harm to an older or vulnerable person who cannot give knowing consent. Elder Abuse is further defined by 5 types, financial exploitation, physical...
Arvest Bank is pleased to announce Jason England has been named president and CEO for the bank in Springfield. England has 24 years of industry experience with Arvest, most recently serving as loan manager in Springfield. He accepted that role 14 months ago after...
Serving as a caregiver for a child or adult who has special needs brings unique challenges and is an admirable role. Each disability can present unique challenges, which require unique solutions. However, one common challenge involves managing financial resources,...
Arvest Bank launched its annual Million Meals initiative to fight hunger in the four-state region the bank serves two months ago. We are happy to announce that with the help of customers and community members, we have exceeded the campaign goal by raising more than...
In observance of Juneteenth, all Arvest Branches and the customer service line will be closed on Monday, June 20. We will resume normal hours on Tuesday, June 21. For your convenience, you can bank 24/7 using: Arvest Go Mobile App Arvest Online Banking with...
The U.S. economy had never experienced anything like the coronavirus pandemic, which triggered widespread lockdowns of the local economy and a general economic contraction. Once vaccines became available, the economy did not reopen smoothly, with many disruptions in...