Whether you are seeking to manage your own assets, control how your assets are distributed after your death, or plan for incapacity, trusts can help you accomplish your estate planning goals. Their power is in their versatility — many types of trusts exist, each...
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....
A financial health check can help you determine how well your finances are doing or what you need to work on to reach your financial goals. It’s a good idea to check on your financial health regularly, just as you would go to the doctor for a checkup, even if nothing...
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....
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,...
Wouldn’t it be nice if your business had the ability to take payments on the go? Would sending invoices through email or text message help your business? Mobile payment processing makes taking payments on the go easy and is a great option for small businesses....
Fraudsters’ ability to take advantage of new technology, impersonate trusted vendors and exploit your business is more impressive than ever, resulting in billions of dollars lost from businesses in all 50 states and more than 170 countries since 2013, according to the...
As we imagine retirement throughout our lives, we may create a bucket list of dream-fulfilling desires and activities. Some revisit interests they did not have time to master during their working years, such as playing the piano, while some visit places that take...
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...
As you begin checking names off your list, it’s also a great time to make sure you’re using your credit card as effectively as possible this holiday season. You may find yourself swiping your card or using it for online shopping more than usual this time of year. By...
The responsibilities of caregiving have grown as a result of basic demographics and the pandemic’s economic effects. More adult children have boomeranged back to the nest to deal with the burden of student loans while starting their careers. Additionally, seniors are...
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...
As fall draws to a close and winter approaches, we reflect on our experiences over the past year. We generally focus on celebrating successes with family and friends. However, it is also an opportune time to revisit portfolios and consider how to harvest losses or...
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...
With Cyber Monday only a few days away, many have already started searching for the best holiday deals online. Are you prepared to protect your personal information while boosting your purchasing power? Keep your holidays merry and bright with these five online...
Just what you need, right? One more time-consuming task to take care of between now and the end of the year. However, taking a little time out from the holiday chores for some strategic saving and investing decisions before December 31 can affect not only your...
You’ve gone from application through closing — let’s take a minute to talk about what comes after the papers are signed. There are still a couple of things you need to consider before you take up residence. Before You Move In: Decide if you want major upgrades: Big...
We all need an occasional tweak to our wardrobe every now and then. Whether it’s a new job, a new season, or you just want a piece of clothing that’s trending – a closet refresh can be invigorating! But, how do you update your look while living on a budget? First,...
In this day and age, we are more connected than ever. According to recent data, smart home systems are set to rise to a market value of $157 billion by 2023, and the number of installed connected devices in the home is expected to grow by a staggering 70% by 2025....
The leaves are changing, and we’ve turned our clocks back an hour which means Fall is finally here. For some people this means watching football, eating delicious food, or cooler temperatures. The one thing that is sure to be on everyone’s minds is upcoming holiday...