Arvest has named Richard Winesburg as president for the bank’s Joplin market. He replaces Chad Evans, who was named president of the bank’s Benton County market. Winesburg had served as loan manager for the bank in Joplin since 2017. He began his career at Arvest in...
read moreWhy did you purchase life insurance? Most people buy life insurance to provide a source of income for someone (e.g., a spouse, parent, or child) after they pass. Buying the policy was the first step. Now you’ll need to do a little more work to help the money you...
read moreWhat is Authorized Push Payment(APP) Fraud? Authorized Push Payment Fraud is a type of fraud that occurs when the victim is persuaded – usually through social engineering scams – into transferring money to fraudsters. Typically, the fraudsters will...
read moreEffective cash flow management – knowing how much cash is coming in and going out – is critical for the success of small businesses. With regular forecasting and tight monitoring of expenses, entrepreneurs can ensure that their business has enough cash on hand to meet...
read moreIf your employment situation changes, you may wonder what to do with your retirement savings at your previous employer. In fact, you have a variety of options when it comes to taking distributions from your employer-sponsored retirement savings plan. This may be a...
read moreYour emergency fund has been established, and you’ve accumulated enough savings to warrant thinking in terms of an investment portfolio. What’s the next step? There’s the DIY approach, where you have an idea of the strategies and rules of the industry and you make...
read moreArvest announced that Keith Bowles has been promoted to Sales Manager for the bank’s Benton County market. He replaces Amy Morbeck, who was recently promoted to Chief Product and Innovation Officer. Bowles had served as Branch Administrator, Senior Vice President in...
read moreArvest has been named to Forbes’ 2024 list of America’s Best-in-State Employers for Arkansas (No. 4) and Oklahoma (No. 16). It is the fifth consecutive year the bank has been awarded on the list for Arkansas and the third year for Oklahoma. Presented by Forbes and...
read moreWorking capital is the lifeblood of any business, ensuring that it can operate smoothly and meet its short-term obligations. It provides the essential funds to cover daily expenses such as payroll, inventory purchases, and utility bills, which keeps the business...
read moreArvest has named Chris Evans president and CEO of Arvest Mortgage Division, effective August 5. Evans previously served as director of finance for Arvest since 2012. He joined the bank in 2006 and has 27 years’ experience in the financial industry. During his tenure...
read moreWhat is authentication? Authentication is the process or action of verifying the identity of a user or process. 5 Common Authentication Types Password-based authentication. Passwords are the most common methods of authentication Multi-factor authentication...
read moreWhen it comes to “surprise” expenses, the first thought may be a car breaking down, or a sudden medical emergency. However, these aren’t the only expenses that can balloon out of control quickly. There are many unknowns in life, and not everyone ends up with the same...
read moreArvest has named Chad Evans as the new president for the bank’s Benton County market. He replaces Brad Crain, who was recently promoted to Regional Executive for Enhanced Banking Services. Evans, who has been with Arvest for over 30 years, has served as president for...
read moreFor investors, election years should be much like any other year. However, there is sometimes a temptation to try to discern how the political winds may affect investment outcomes. The temptation becomes pronounced in presidential election years, and there is a risk...
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 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 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...
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