by - March 23, 2009 12:00 am
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.
Tag: Banking & Finance
by - March 23, 2009 12:00 am
Arvest Nabs Facebook Fans
Arvest Bank launched a Facebook page in late February.
by - March 9, 2009 12:00 am
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.
by - February 23, 2009 12:00 am
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
by - February 23, 2009 12:00 am
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.
by - February 23, 2009 12:00 am
Lehman Properties Files Bankruptcy
Rogers developer Carmen Lehman filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection under her C.R. Lehman Properties LP on Feb. 13.
by - February 23, 2009 12:00 am
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
by - February 23, 2009 12:00 am
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.
by - February 9, 2009 12:00 am
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.
by - February 9, 2009 12:00 am
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.
by - February 9, 2009 12:00 am
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.
by - February 9, 2009 12:00 am
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.
by - February 9, 2009 12:00 am
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.
by - February 9, 2009 12:00 am
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.
by - February 9, 2009 12:00 am
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
by - January 26, 2009 12:00 am
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.
by - January 26, 2009 12:00 am
Decision Still Forthcoming in Terminella-MNB Case
Timeline unknown in Terminella, Metropolitan National Bank lawsuit
by - January 12, 2009 12:00 am
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.
by - January 12, 2009 12:00 am
Surviving The Banking Game (Editorial)
In general, Arkansas’ banking industry has proven far healthier than the national averages.
by - January 12, 2009 12:00 am
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