Tag: Banking & Finance

Former Orion Partner Files Chapter 7

H. Brandon Rogers, the former managing partner with the former Orion Real Estate Services, has filed for chapter 7 bankruptcy.

Arvest Nabs Facebook Fans

Arvest Bank launched a Facebook page in late February.

Agri-Loan Demand Softens Following Instability of 2008

Farm Credit Services of Western Arkansas has the resources to meet any loan request, but demand for new credit remains soft so far in 2009.

How to Work with Your Bank in a Down Economy (Guest Commentary)

Finding effective funding sources can be difficult for businesses, especially during a slow economy such as this. Whether a company is expanding or simply needs additional cash, there are some fundamental principles that should be considered as you work w

Pinnacle Group Gets in on Mark-to-Market Debate

The Pinnacle Group is lobbying Arkansas legislators to take their concerns regarding to mark-to-market accounting rules to Washington.

Lehman Properties Files Bankruptcy

Rogers developer Carmen Lehman filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection under her C.R. Lehman Properties LP on Feb. 13.

Arkansas’ ROE Tops in District

In the third quarter of 2008, Arkansas banks collectively had a return on their average equity of 9.58 percent, ranking No. 1 of the seven states in the U.S. Federal Reserve Bank’s 8th District. The district includes all of Arkansas and parts of six other

Northwest Arkansas Business Journal’s 15 Young Pros on the Fast Track

The Northwest Arkansas Business Journal presents the very first class of Fast 15 honorees.

Legacy National Bank Losses Nearly $4M in ?08

We knew profit and loss statements for calendar 2008 weren’t going to be good for banks, there’s just no avoiding it.

MNB Prevails Against Terminella

Bankers are no doubt breathing a sigh of relief after Metropolitan National Bank prevailed in its foreclosure proceeding against Tom Terminalla.

Mortgages Made Good at Arvest

You probably already heard the news that Arvest Bank Group Inc. closed more than $1 billion in mortgages for the sixth year running.

Barber Blues Continue

Several banks that said they were burned by a Brandon Barber real estate development have come together to sue him and the Little Rock law firm that put the bond package together.

Charlotte Inc. Purchases AAA Mini Storage in Centerton (Real Deals)

Charlotte Inc. of Springdale recently purchased AAA Mini Storage in Centerton for $3.1 million from Trio Holdings of Springdale.

Lessons From the Ice Storm: Teamwork and Compassion (Human Factor by Seth Mohorn)

Whether in business or in the community, when people come together for the common good, great things are sure to follow.

Recovery Continues as Costs Rise

Damage estimates are still being calculated for the two-day ice event that left more than 350,000 customers without power throughout Arkansas, but preliminary reports already put the cost of cleanup and repair at more than $20 million in the two-county ar

BKD Acquires Part Of Rogers Practice

BKD LLP, the largest accounting firm in Arkansas, has acquired an office in Rogers with the addition of several members from the Lundy Allard & Co. PLLC firm.

Decision Still Forthcoming in Terminella-MNB Case

Timeline unknown in Terminella, Metropolitan National Bank lawsuit

Legal Experts Expect Bankruptcy Rise in ’09

A full count of bankruptcies in the state for calendar 2008 isn’t yet available from the U.S. Bankruptcy Clerk Office, but indications are that filings are on the rise.

Surviving The Banking Game (Editorial)

In general, Arkansas’ banking industry has proven far healthier than the national averages.

Arkansas’ ROA Highest in Region

In the third quarter of 2008, Arkansas banks collectively had a return on their average assets of 0.98 percent, ranking as No. 1 of the seven states in the U.S. Federal Reserve Bank’s Eighth District. The district includes all of Arkansas and parts of six

Fort Smith Metro News Briefs: ‘Oceanscape’ playground work begins, Mercy stroke program renewed

Walmart likely to tap insiders for expected leadership changes

Dan Wright re-elected Arkansas Farm Bureau president

Arkansas Tourism Ticker: Tourism tax numbers down through August, job numbers up