While C-PACE (Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy) may be relatively new to some lenders, Stone Bank is leading the way in harnessing its potential, especially for small businesses.
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Stone Bank Named Arkansas Business 2023 “Best Places to Work”
We are honored to announce that Stone Bank has been named one of Arkansas Business’ 2023 “Best Places to Work” in Arkansas!
Understanding How Credit Scores Impact Current Mortgage Rates in Arkansas
The U.S. housing market has experienced significant changes in recent months, and these shifts have also affected Arkansans seeking mortgage loans. One crucial factor to consider in this process is the impact of credit scores on current mortgage rates.
Stone Bank Earns Bauer 5-Star Rating for Financial Strength and Stability
Since 1983, BauerFinancial has been analyzing and reporting on the financial condition of banks across the nation, earning the well-deserved reputation of “the nation’s bank rating service.” Their ratings are highly respected by regulators, bankers, and consumers alike, providing a trusted benchmark for the industry.
Insight into Agricultural Finance: Interest Rates and the Farming Community
In a recent article in the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, Ryan Loy, extension economist for the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture, sheds light on the evolving interest rate landscape and its implications for farmers and consumers.
Diversifying the Agricultural Landscape: A Shift in Farming Demographics
Despite the increase in new farming operations, the average farm size increased only slightly, indicating a shift in land usage for purposes like urban development. This underscores the importance of programs that support smaller, beginning farmers.
SBA Launches “Investing in America” Webinar Series
Over the past two years, monumental economic investments have flowed through the SBA, offering tremendous opportunities for business growth. However, these opportunities need a bridge, a means for business owners to access them effectively.
Stefine Brown Joins Agri Lending Team in Mountain View
Stefine Brown has joined Stone Bank in Mountain View as a loan assistant and FSA (Farm Services Agency) team member.
Shay Falade Joins Stone Bank in Little Rock
Shay Falade has joined Stone Bank as an IT Auditor. She is a graduate of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and a 2023 participant in the Tjuana Byrd Sumner Internship Program.
Check Fraud Is on the Rise! Here’s What You Can Do to Prevent It.
According to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), the annual volume of check fraud jumped by 84% to $815 million in the U.S. in 2022.
Stone Bank Adds Staff in Little Rock Office
Stone Bank Adds Staff in Little Rock Office
Stone Bank Adds Brittney Duncan To Dewitt Staff
Brittney Duncan has joined Stone Bank in DeWitt as a teller and customer service representative. She was most recently an Employment Specialist with Express Employment Professionals in Stuttgart.
Stone Bank Names Lisa Heston to Loan Operations in Harrison
Lisa Heston has joined Stone Bank as Loan Operations Specialist. She has held several positions in banking including most recently as a commercial loan assistant with Equity Bank in Harrison.
Matt Anderson joins the Stone Bank IT Department
Matt Anderson has joined the bank’s IT Department after working as on-site consultants with Kalmer Solutions.
Josey Avey Joins Stone Bank
Josey Avey has joined Stone Bank as an FSA (Farm Service Agency) Loan Assistant. She is a graduate of Ozarka College and was formerly associated with Stone County Insurance Agency in Mountain View.