Michael Powell
2 Hired at Cromwell Architects Engineers (Movers & Shakers)
Brian Anderson & Jacinda “JJ” Isbell were announced as new hires. read more >
Rising Interest Rates and Property Costs Slow Lending Momentum
Homebuyers hit the brakes as high-priced properties meet the highest mortgage rates in 14 years. read more >
by Marty Cook -
Tight Inventory, Low Rates Fuel Mortgage Market
A year ago, Arvest Bank crossed the $2 billion mark in mortgage volume in late June. This year, the bank soared past that mark in May, the earliest in company history. read more >
by Marty Cook -
2020 Rocks Home Loans Amid COVID-19
The surprise tandem that made home sales especially memorable for residential realty companies last year made 2020 equally unforgettable for mortgage lenders. read more >
by George Waldon -
Jason Hornsby Joins Stone Bank (Movers & Shakers)
Jason Hornsby has been hired by Stone Bank to be the head of the bank’s home loan division in Little Rock. read more >
Michael Powell To Lead Simmons Bank’s Mortgage Division
Simmons Bank has named Michael Powell its mortgage division president. read more >
Arvest Still No. 1 in Arkansas, Cornerstone Closes Shop
Arvest Mortgage Co. of Lowell remained atop the list of the state’s largest mortgage lenders during a strong year of activity. However, the favorable market is still overshadowed by a stifling regulatory climate. read more >
by George Waldon -
Cornerstone Mortgage to Close, Staff Will Join IberiaBank Mortgage
Cornerstone Mortgage Co. of Little Rock, the state's largest independent mortgage company, is closing this month, and staff members are joining IberiaBank Mortgage Co. read more >
by George Waldon -