We all know about phishing and most of us have heard of smishing (SMS text) or perhaps vishing (voice). Enter quishing (QR codes), the newest malicious kid on the block. Due to their rising popularity as a method to share information during the pandemic, QR codes are...
read moreFaced with ongoing fundraising challenges due to the lingering effects of COVID-19, the Bull Shoals (Ark.) Fire Department Auxiliary has received a boost in the form of a $5,000 grant from the Arvest Foundation. The funds will be used to supplement the Bull Shoals...
read moreArvest Bank recently released Skyline Reports on residential and multifamily real estate in Northwest Arkansas for the second half of 2021. The number of homes sold set a new Skyline record despite significantly higher home prices. In Washington and Benton counties...
read moreThe Buffalo National River Partners’ efforts to promote, preserve and protect the Buffalo River have received a boost in the form of a $15,000 grant from the Arvest Foundation. More specifically, the funds will be used to fund projects that assist in the preservation...
read moreAccording to a recent report by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), social media has become a prime venue for many scammers. The report says last year, “more than 95,000 people reported about $770 million in losses to fraud initiated on social media platforms.” That...
read moreEver wish it took less time to manage your company’s expenses? We have the answer! The Arvest Purchasing Card is a simple way to control, track and reconcile your company’s expenses. Manage employee travel expenses, control spending limits, track purchases with robust...
read moreArvest Equipment Finance recently announced it closed more than $418.6 million in gross production in 2021, a record total for the division of Arvest Bank. That represents a year-over-year increase of more than 49 percent. Additionally, Arvest Equipment Finance’s...
read moreWhen you drop a quarter into a slot machine, you know your chances of winning are pretty slim. However, risking a quarter—or perhaps much more than a quarter—may be worth it to you if the potential payoff is great enough. Insurance is very similar. You pay premiums...
read moreArvest Bank recently announced that our mortgage division originated record volume in 2021, the third consecutive year it has set a new mark. Arvest’s total 2021 mortgage loan volume of more than $4.77 billion eclipses the previous record of $4.68 billion set in 2020....
read moreIn a housing market where inventory is snatched up quicker than you can say “Let’s make an offer,” finding the home of your dreams can take time. Perhaps the thought has crossed your mind to build a home instead of buying one. But is one option better than the other?...
read moreIn times of crisis, you do not want to be shaking pennies out of a piggy bank. Having a financial safety net in place can help ensure you are protected when a financial emergency arises. One way to accomplish this is by establishing a cash reserve—a pool of readily...
read moreHave you ever answered a call or received a message from an unknown number stating that you owe money to a company you don’t do business with or won a prize for a contest that you didn’t enter? Americans answer these messages or calls every day, which leads to...
read moreJoin us for our monthly Cannon Institute update, hosted by Arvest Wealth Management. All installments of the Cannon Institute Teleconference Series will feature estate planning topics and a live discussion by leading experts in wealth management. Participants will...
read moreWhether you have recently been named the executor of an estate and need to know the basics, or are wondering why many families choose trust services for wealth management, our library of resources is a great place to start: Explore Arvest’s Library of Resources on...
read moreArvest Wealth Management is pleased to announce we have hired Emil Suqi as fixed income portfolio manager. Based in Overland Park, Kan., Suqi manages fixed-income separate account portfolios for Arvest Wealth Management Trust and Investment Management Group clients....
read moreArvest Bank has been recognized by Forbes magazine as part of its “Best Employers 2022” list. Arvest is part of the “Best Large Employers” group consisting of organizations with more than 5,000 employees. Forbes produced the lists with its market research partner,...
read moreToday in our credit series, we’re focusing on building or rebuilding your credit. Pay on time. Whether building, maintaining, or rebuilding, payment history is the single biggest factor impacting credit scores according to myfico.com. Try not to use too much of your...
read moreIt is generally a good idea to review your employer-sponsored retirement savings plan at least once each year and when major life changes occur. If you have not given your plan a thorough review within the last 12 months, now may be a good time to do so. Have you...
read moreArvest Bank today announced growth strategist Laura Merling has joined to lead Arvest’s multi-year transformation strategy, which includes adopting a next generation banking platform and enhancing capabilities in digital payments and services. Merling joins from...
read moreArvest once again is pleased to announce a change that will enhance our reputation as a nationally recognized employer of choice. Now in effect, Arvest offers a minimum hourly starting rate of $15 for full- and part-time associates. “Providing top-notch service to our...
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