The Arvest Opportunity Fund, a wholly owned, non-bank subsidiary of Arvest Bank, has established a new advisory board to support the subsidiary’s mission of providing products, services and financial education opportunities to underbanked communities. The new board is...
read moreArvest is pleased to announce the bank’s 14th annual Million Meals campaign provided more than 2.6 million meals to support 85 local food partners across the bank’s four-state footprint. It’s the most meals provided since the initiative began in 2011. Each year, the...
read moreArvest is pleased to announce Amy Morbeck and Brad Crain have been promoted to new leadership positions within the organization. Morbeck, who recently served as executive vice president, sales manager for the bank’s Benton County market, has been named Chief Product...
read moreDo you ever wonder where your money goes each month? Does it seem challenging to get ahead? If so, establishing a budget can help keep track of how you spend your money and help you reach your financial goals. Examine your financial goals Before you establish a...
read moreThe deadline to apply is Wednesday, August 28! Arkansans affected by the May 24 through 27 severe weather and tornadoes who live in Baxter, Benton, Boone, or Marion counties may be eligible for FEMA disaster assistance. Disaster assistance may help pay for rent, home...
read moreWhen housing prices are high, inventory is low and interest rates are double what they were three years ago, it’s easy to understand why would-be buyers are hesitant to get a new mortgage. The good news is that obtaining an affordable mortgage isn’t out of reach....
read moreWhen it comes to retirement, one of the most common regrets expressed by the recently retired in surveys is not having saved enough. Another regret is spending too much too soon. Although it’s not surprising that some wish they were paid more and were able to save...
read moreArvest has been named to Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for New Grads list for 2024. The bank was one of 35 companies listed in the banking and financial services industry. The awards list was announced May 21 and can be viewed on the Forbes website. Presented by...
read moreFraud continues to be a prominent issue impacting consumers, businesses and financial institutions. According to the Federal Trade Commission, consumers reported losing $10 billion to scams in 2023. That’s $1 billion more than 2022 and the highest ever reported in...
read moreAlthough most people recognize the importance of sound retirement planning, they don’t always embrace the work involved. With many investment possibilities, complex rules governing retirement plans, and the unpredictable future of consumer prices, it can be...
read moreWe want to help protect your time and money from fraud. Here are a few tips to help you know how to spot a suspicious request for info from a potential fraudster. Know what we will never do: Ask you to provide your personal info via a text message or an unsecure...
read moreArvest is pleased to announce that the Arvest Wealth Management Retirement Plan Consulting team has been named to the 2024 National Association of Plan Advisors’ (NAPA) list of the nation’s top defined contribution (DC) Advisor Teams with assets under advisement of at...
read moreArvest announced that Rodney Shepard has been promoted to regional executive where he’ll be responsible for overseeing Arvest’s banking operations in Oklahoma, Missouri and Kansas. He replaces Brad Krieger who retired after 28 years with the bank. Shepard has been...
read moreArvest is ready to help Oklahomans impacted by recent severe weather and tornadoes that took place May 6. We are offering individuals, homeowners, nonprofits and businesses located in a “Primary County” disaster area with the following disaster-recovery...
read moreWe’re pleased to reflect upon the outcomes and efforts beyond our balance sheet this past year in the 2023 Arvest Corporate Social Responsibility Report. It starts with 6,400+ associates who embody the first three words of our mission statement, “People helping...
read moreCertain areas within our footprint are in the direct path of the total solar eclipse, and state and partner agencies anticipate high levels of visitors to the area (as many as 2-3 million per state). This will impact travel, traffic, and access to our locations. That...
read moreArvest is excited to kick off our 14th annual Million Meals campaign, a two-month long initiative to raise money to feed local communities while also raising awareness about food insecurity. The campaign, which runs through May 31, will benefit 85 community food...
read moreIt’s a fact: People today are living longer. Although that’s good news, the odds of requiring some sort of long-term care increase as you get older. As the costs of home care, nursing homes, and assisted living escalate, you probably wonder how...
read moreThe recent economic environment has put pressure on the real estate and mortgage industries, with a downturn in inventory and an increase in interest rates. We know it’s a normal part of an ever-changing business cycle. And we know that, ultimately, the pendulum will...
read more“Tax efficient” investing means taking steps to minimize losses to taxes in an investment portfolio. However, taxes should not be the primary reason to buy, hold, or sell an investment. Afterall, paying more taxes on an investment that grows substantially can mean...
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