Children in the Russellville area will benefit from a $2,500 grant from the Arvest Foundation. The gift was announced recently at Valley Christian School. Shawn Bates, Tammy Burchett, Megan Chenowith and Jason McGee were on hand to present the check to the school’s...
read moreA home equity line of credit, also known as a HELOC, can be a helpful way for homeowners who qualify to pay for home improvement projects, consolidate higher-interest debt, or fund other important financial needs. Many homeowners have found that now is a good time to...
read moreWonder Willa Park has received an upgrade thanks to a $7,200 grant from the Arvest Foundation. The park is located in Harrison, Ark. The grant was announced recently and resulted in the installation of security cameras at the park, an inclusive children’s playground...
read moreArvest Bank is pleased to announce Melinda Moss has joined its local board of directors in Joplin, Mo. Moss is superintendent for Joplin Schools, a position she has held since 2016. Moss has 27 years of educational experience, including more than seven spent as the...
read moreIn observance of Labor Day, all Arvest branches and the customer service line will be closed on Monday, September 6. For your convenience, you can bank 24/7 using: An ATM near you Arvest Go Mobile App Arvest Online Banking with BlueIQ™ 24-Hour Account Info Line ...
read moreArvest Bank has been recognized by Forbes magazine as part of its “Best-In-State Employers 2021” lists in Arkansas and Oklahoma. Forbes produced the lists with its market research partner, Statista. The companies recognized as “Best-In-State Employers” were identified...
read moreEstate planning is for everyone, not just the rich and famous, but the rich and famous are more fun to read about. Here are two recent examples that illustrate just how complicated estate settlement can be. The Queen of Soul – Aretha Franklin In order to keep...
read moreHow can you be sure you’re making the best decision about your home financing? There are so many choices, different requirements, and special programs … it can make your eyes cross. When you apply for your mortgage, you’ll be asked a lot of questions about your...
read moreHave you ever found a new, exciting app and without hesitation clicked yes on that pop up asking for access to your contacts, microphone, camera, or even location without reading the privacy policy or checking the default security settings after installation? If so,...
read moreStaying on top of monitoring your credit is essential for good financial health. The three major credit bureaus—Experian, Transunion, and Equifax—are extending free weekly access to your credit reports until April 20, 2022. If you are just starting your credit journey...
read moreAs a program to help everyone save for retirement, Social Security ought to be simple, but it is surprisingly complicated in the number of choices it provides. The appropriate actions for maximizing benefits are by no means obvious, and can become even more complex...
read moreYour credit card and debit card function and look alike, but they provide different benefits. Credit cards work like a portable loan based on your credit line, which is a fixed amount you can borrow from the issuer and have access to repeatedly as you use and pay down...
read moreArvest Bank is pleased to announce Mauricio Adonay Herrera has joined its local board of directors in Benton County, Ark. Herrera is the founder of Herrera Law Group, where his areas of emphasis are immigration, family, criminal and personal injury law. Herrera...
read moreVeterans and their families in Boone County (Ark.) and the surrounding areas will receive additional support via the Jack Williams Veteran Resource Center thanks to a $10,500 grant from the Arvest Foundation. The Jack Williams Veteran Resource Center, also known as...
read moreIn June, the Federal Reserve confirmed that only some of the inflationary price pressures we’ve been witnessing are transitory, and it may need to move up interest rate increases, though likely not until 2023. As investors, we will need to look even harder for ways to...
read moreGame wardens in the Russellville area will benefit from a $5,000 grant from the Arvest Foundation. The gift was announced today at Arvest Bank’s Russellville West Main branch. Jason McGee, Renea Emmons, Joel Arivett, Shawn Bates, Tammy Burchett, Megan Chenowith, Shawn...
read moreOne of the most important things that young adults can do to set themselves up for financial success in the future is to build a strong and healthy credit score. Why is it important to start building credit? It determines what rates you can get on a mortgage, car...
read moreThe home search can be the most fun part of buying a new home — but it can also be pretty challenging. Make it easier on yourself by keeping these tips in mind. Find a Great Real Estate Agent Your agent is a valuable partner in the home shopping process. You not only...
read moreWhy Budget? Have you ever spent money on something unnecessary and then recalled a more urgent expense? Budgeting helps us have money for what we need and want so we don’t have to worry about the unexpected! It keeps us out of financial trouble and prepares us for the...
read moreThe “topic of the day” in the financial press lately has been inflation. As the economy has started back up, coming out of the lockdowns, there have been a variety of supply chain disruptions, leading to spot shortages and price increases. Are these indications for...
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