The 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...
read moreWe want to help protect your time and money from fraud. Here are a few tips to help you know how to spot a suspicious request for info from a potential fraudster. Know what we will never do: Ask you to provide your personal info via a text message or an unsecure...
read moreArvest is pleased to announce that the Arvest Wealth Management Retirement Plan Consulting team has been named to the 2024 National Association of Plan Advisors’ (NAPA) list of the nation’s top defined contribution (DC) Advisor Teams with assets under advisement of at...
read moreArvest announced that Rodney Shepard has been promoted to regional executive where he’ll be responsible for overseeing Arvest’s banking operations in Oklahoma, Missouri and Kansas. He replaces Brad Krieger who retired after 28 years with the bank. Shepard has been...
read moreArvest is ready to help Oklahomans impacted by recent severe weather and tornadoes that took place May 6. We are offering individuals, homeowners, nonprofits and businesses located in a “Primary County” disaster area with the following disaster-recovery...
read moreWe’re pleased to reflect upon the outcomes and efforts beyond our balance sheet this past year in the 2023 Arvest Corporate Social Responsibility Report. It starts with 6,400+ associates who embody the first three words of our mission statement, “People helping...
read moreArvest is excited to kick off our 14th annual Million Meals campaign, a two-month long initiative to raise money to feed local communities while also raising awareness about food insecurity. The campaign, which runs through May 31, will benefit 85 community food...
read moreIt’s a fact: People today are living longer. Although that’s good news, the odds of requiring some sort of long-term care increase as you get older. As the costs of home care, nursing homes, and assisted living escalate, you probably wonder how...
read moreThe recent economic environment has put pressure on the real estate and mortgage industries, with a downturn in inventory and an increase in interest rates. We know it’s a normal part of an ever-changing business cycle. And we know that, ultimately, the pendulum will...
read more“Tax efficient” investing means taking steps to minimize losses to taxes in an investment portfolio. However, taxes should not be the primary reason to buy, hold, or sell an investment. Afterall, paying more taxes on an investment that grows substantially can mean...
read moreArvest Bank and Newtopia Inc., a tech-enabled whole health platform, today announced a partnership to help Arvest associates reduce the burden of chronic metabolic disease while helping participants establish healthy habits for life. Through this partnership, each...
read moreMany women are working and taking charge of their own retirement planning. What does retirement mean to you? Do you dream of traveling? Pursuing a hobby? Volunteering your time, or starting a new career or business? Simply enjoying more time with your grandchildren?...
read moreArvest Bank today announced the introduction of EmpowerED, a new bilingual mobile-first financial education resource to help consumers build financial health and confidence for themselves and their families. The platform is made available, free of charge, through...
read moreWith the rise in work-from-home employment roles, there has been an uptick in job scams. These jobs will be advertised in the same way real ones are. They are prevalent on social media platforms and legitimate job sites. The goal of these fraudsters is to get...
read moreThe earlier you make your IRA contributions, the longer they will grow. So, under that theory, you should have made your IRA contributions for tax year 2023 at the beginning of 2023. However, not everyone has the luxury of having the money ready to invest right away....
read moreThe COVID-19 pandemic changed the way many Americans shop, with online purchasing in the U.S. increasing steadily. More online shopping means more package deliveries for consumers. With the increase in deliveries, the FCC has received more and more complaints about...
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