Today let’s focus on what exactly a credit score is and discuss ranges. First, let’s define “credit score”. It’s a number that tells lenders how likely a consumer is to repay borrowed money based on their credit history. The higher the number, the more likely...
Arvest associates are helping to change the culture from within. By developing Associate Impact Groups and listening to the needs of our community, we are taking steps to be a leader in the financial industry and create opportunity for growth and change. Watch to...
Cool temperatures and short daylight hours can lead to depressed moods. Beat the winter blues while looking forward to spring with these 4 mood-boosting tips. Exercise. Improve your physique while boosting your mood through regular exercise. A walk, bike ride or...
“New year, new you,” doesn’t just apply to your wellness goals. You can also work on your financial fitness. In our last video we talked about the factors used to determine your credit score. Today, we’re sharing tips for caring for your credit score. First, paying...
Arvest Bank is pleased to announce we have added Kim Rosson to our local board of directors in North Central Arkansas. Rosson has served as the executive director of the North Arkansas Medical Foundation for the last eight years. In addition to this role, she was...
We recently hosted a webinar designed to educate Realtors, real estate agents and brokers on various Arkansas Development Finance Authority (ADFA) programs that may benefit potential homebuyers. The programs provide government assistance to qualified buyers....
When you consider a rocket launching into space, or an aircraft carrier traversing the oceans, you understand they are large vessels unable to change paths quickly. Their trajectory must be clear from the beginning to arrive at their planned destination on schedule....
Arvest is pleased to announce a new benefit that will enhance our reputation as a nationally recognized employer of choice. Now in effect, Arvest’s 12-week paid parental leave policy is designed to provide additional support to associates with newborn or newly adopted...
Understanding your credit can be difficult, so we’re starting a series to break it down for you. First up, we’ll look at the five main factors that affect your credit score. Payment history affects your score the most, taking into account on-time payments,...
Each year associates in the Joplin community hit the streets to surprise people with cash gifts as part of their “Pay It Forward” event. These are some of the many associates who are ready to help....
Arvest Equipment Finance is pleased to announce recent honors received by division president Eric Bunnell and vice president and specialist Katie Crawford. Bunnell has been elected to serve a two-year term on the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association’s (ELFA) Bank...
Arvest Bank is pleased to announce the winners of our $10,000 VISA Sweepstakes. The winners are: Alexander J. – Tulsa, Okla. Samantha S. – Springdale, Ark. Bradley S. – Perryville, Ark. Ryan J. – Carthage, Mo. Brandon M. – Fort Smith, Ark. Arvest customers were...
Nothing beats the warm smell from baking cookies during the cold weather, especially since so many recipes have such aromatic ingredients like cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg! To help make your treats look as terrific as they taste chill your dough. This makes it easier...
Residents at Methodist Village Senior Living in Fort Smith, Ark., will benefit from a $15,000 donation from the Arvest Foundation. The gift was announced recently at Methodist Village Senior Living. Roger Holroyd, Trace Andres, Larry Randall and Danielle Rogers of...
Students at Tilles Elementary School in Fort Smith, Ark., will benefit from a $4,000 donation from the Arvest Foundation. The gift was announced recently at Tilles Elementary School. Jennifer Caldwell and Alex Sanchez of Arvest Bank were on hand to present the check....
Arvest Bank is pleased to announce a recent donation of $14,800 to First Tee – Northwest Arkansas. The gift was announced at the American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) tournament in Bella Vista. This gift represents proceeds raised during the tournament and would not...
The holiday season is upon us and folks are scrambling to fit shopping into the hustle and bustle of everyday life. We may not be able to help you pick the perfect gifts for your family and friends, but we can help speed up the process with our contactless debit...
With Arvest Go you can quickly and easily rename, hide, or favorite your accounts right within the mobile app. To rename your account, select the account you want to edit. Then select the “pencil” icon in the top right-hand corner next to the magnifying glass. Once...
The Arvest Foundation recently announced a donation of $10,000 to Arkansas State University System Foundation, Inc. “We are so pleased the Arvest Foundation has chosen to make this grant to the Arkansas State University System Foundation and the Bradbury Art Museum,”...
Arvest Bank recently presented 11 Shawnee (Okla.) High School seniors with academic letter jackets, marking the 37th year we have recognized the top five percent of the school’s senior class. “We are incredibly proud of our academic letter jacket recipients and...