Successful businesses are built on many key ingredients, and one of the most important are its employees. Everyone is relieved that the economy is getting back on track, and unemployment has been steadily going down. As the job market tightens, employers need to stay...
Arvest Bank is pleased to announce Dr. Sheldon Riklon and Hans Driessnack have joined its local board of directors in Springdale, Ark. One of only two Marshallese doctors practicing in the United States, Riklon sees patients at Community Clinic in Springdale –...
In observance of Memorial Day, all Arvest Branches and the customer service line will be closed on Monday, May 31. We will resume normal hours on Tuesday, June 1. For your convenience, you can bank 24/7 using: Arvest Go Mobile App Arvest Online Banking with BlueIQ™ An...
Arvest Bank has added three new affinity debit cards to our robust lineup of offerings. The new affinity debit cards come just weeks after Arvest and Silver Dollar City announced a multi-year sponsorship, in which we became the “Official Sponsor of Family Fun” at...
It’s rare to find a house you love that meets your needs over the course of your entire life. Changes to your family, finances, tastes, or obligations can affect how you feel about where you live. How do you know when it’s time to say it’s over to your home?...
Owners of small and mid-sized businesses are some of the most innovative and tenacious people around. We’re inspired by our business-owner customers and we love seeing their success! If you run your own business or plan to start one, here are some inspirational tips...
If it seems as though college is getting more expensive every day, that’s because it is. College tuition costs have been going up for the last 100 years, and though it seems as though they couldn’t possibly find a way to go higher, it keeps on happening. Does going to...
With summer around the corner, many are looking to earn extra income with part-time jobs. Unfortunately, scammers post false work advertisements to steal personal and bank information from these job seekers. Learn a few examples of jobs scams, how to avoid them and...
As the days get longer and temperatures climb, now is the perfect time to step outside and explore all nature has to offer. Outdoor activities can help you rid your cabin fever and improve your mental and physical health while offering adventure just around the...
To protect our family and belongings, we make sure our homes and cars have strong locks. To protect our important personal documents, we make sure they are stored in a secure location. To protect our digital identities and accounts, we must do the same thing. We need...
Starting or building your credit can feel overwhelming but if you take the steps to start your credit journey the right way it will be very beneficial in the long run. Your credit report represents your history of borrowing money and includes the amount of debt you...
As an SBA Preferred Lender, Arvest respects the vital role small businesses play in our communities. We also want to help you understand your options regarding the forgiveness phase of the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)....
Arvest Bank is pleased to announce we have been selected to participate in the Federal Reserve Banks FedNow pilot program. FedNow is a new instant payment service being developed by Federal Reserve Banks that will enable financial institutions of all sizes to provide...
People don’t always act rationally, and they don’t always invest rationally either. Stock prices may not follow expectations, and emotions may cause impulse decisions. New acronyms have shown up on Reddit in the last few months that have become associated with...
Kids are naturally curious and learn about the world around them through play. So the best way to help them learn how money works is to make it playful, colorful, creative and adventurous! Try these helpful ideas to get your kids or grandkids interested: Set up a...
Life is full of the unexpected, especially when it comes to finances, but maintaining financial stability is a crucial part of achieving your long-term goals. One way you can accomplish this is by buying a home, which can provide you with fixed housing costs that...
Arvest Bank is pleased to announce it donated $2,218 River Valley United Way in 2020. The donations were the result of a combined effort of Arvest associates and customers and will benefit the United Way chapter that serves a chunk of western Arkansas. The River...
Arvest Bank announced today that our mortgage division originated more than $1 billion in mortgage loans as of March 16, which is the earliest point in the calendar year – by about a month – we have reached this milestone. That includes 2020, when volume was up 110...
Contactless payments are a fast and easy way to accept card payments for your business. It lets a customer tap their contactless-enabled credit or debit card, smartcard, or another payment device such as a mobile or wearable device on a contactless-enabled payment...
Arvest Wealth Management is pleased to announce Alain Monkam has been named as a member of this year’s Arkansas Business 40 Under 40 class. According to its website, the Arkansas Business annual feature “highlights 40 people under the age of 40 who are making a...