Whether you are navigating the planning stages of retirement or have already begun enjoying your retirement years, our library of resources can provide answers to your questions about retirement readiness: Retirement Planning Tax Planning Have You Checked Your...
read moreSelling your home in a seller’s market is an obvious advantage, but that doesn’t mean you can throw a sign in the front yard and hope buyers start flocking to your door. To sell your house quickly and for the best possible price, you have to show off its best features...
read moreWhat is long-term care? Long-term care refers to ongoing services and support needed by people who have chronic health conditions or disabilities. There are three levels of long-term care: Skilled care: Generally round-the-clock care provided by professional health...
read moreWhen it comes to planning for your retirement income, it is easy to overlook some of the common factors affecting available funds. If you do not consider how your retirement income can be impacted by investment risk, inflation risk, catastrophic illness or long-term...
read moreEach year many of us look forward to the end of winter and the start of springtime. The first day of spring is the Vernal Equinox – the day when the Sun crosses the celestial equator and moves north. During this time, the days and nights are of equal duration. There...
read moreWe 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 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 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 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 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 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 moreToday 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...
read moreFebruary 2nd, or Groundhog Day, is not a random date. In fact, it is the cross-quarter day, which falls between the winter solstice and the spring equinox. This means it is right between the seasons, and a good time to think about whether it is going to be a long...
read moreWe live in an increasingly digital world and most of us give little thought to data privacy until after our personal data has been compromised. Our increased dependence on digital technologies to manage every aspect of life requires us to rethink what we share about...
read moreCool 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...
read moreWhen you maintain a good financial reputation, you reduce the perceived risk associated with lending to you, which can help increase your chances of qualifying for a loan at a reasonable interest rate. It is not just lenders who reference your credit score to make a...
read more“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...
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