The Prosperity Nation Podcast

In this episode, Angie Grainger CPA/PFS, CFP and Elise Eropkin discuss signs of success and how to handle the negative attention that can come along with it. They talk about the importance of flourishing personally and financially, and how prosperity attracts both positive and negative attention. They emphasize the need to set healthy boundaries and separate from people who try to bring you down,...

In this episode, Angie Grainger CPA/PFS, CFP and Elise Eropkin discuss the importance of communication in achieving prosperity. They highlight the challenges couples face when it comes to discussing their goals and dreams, and how men and women often have different approaches to communication. They emphasize the need for individuals to prioritize their own goals and desires, while also considering...

In this episode, Angie Grainger CPA/PFS, CFP and Elise Eropkin discuss the limitations of budgets and how many of these same limitations apply to financial planning. They emphasize the importance of knowing what you want and directing your money towards achieving your goals. They also highlight the need to adapt and reassess your financial plan as your life circumstances change. They share that ul...

In this conversation, Angie Grainger CPA/PFS, CFP and Elise Eropkin discuss the concept of wrong targeting, which refers to solving the wrong problem—meaning you ultimately have the wrong solution. They emphasize the importance of identifying the real problem and aligning the solution with it. In order to overcome a common example of this, they highlight the need to focus on increasing income rath...

Today, Angie Grainger CPA/PFS, CFP and Elise Eropkin introduce the Prosperity Ladder, which is a framework for understanding different levels of financial awareness and behavior. The ladder consists of six levels: Legacy, Expansion, Readiness, Willingness, Avoidance, and Destruction. At the top of the ladder, individuals are focused on creating a legacy and funding dreams beyond themselves. At the...

In this episode, Angie Grainger CPA/PFS, CFP and Elise Eropkin discuss the power of ‘Getting Stuff Done’ and the importance of breaking down goals into actionable steps. They emphasize the satisfaction that comes from checking off tasks and the motivation it provides to keep moving forward. They also highlight the need for clear and specific goals, as well as the importance of being in agreement w...

In this episode, Angie Grainger CPA/PFS, CFP and Elise Eropkin discuss the importance of life insurance and the different types of policies available. They emphasize that life insurance is not just about protecting your life, but also about protecting your goals and assets. They explain the difference between term and whole life insurance policies and how they can be used to fund short-term and lo...

In this episode, Angie Grainger CPA/PFS, CFP and Elise Eropkin take a more detailed look at the topic of retirement accounts, specifically IRAs and 401(k)s. They explain that IRAs can actually harm you in terms of taxes, as the growth is taxed at ordinary income rates when you withdraw the money. They also discuss Roth IRAs, which don't provide a tax deduction upfront but allow tax-free withdr...

In this episode, Angie Grainger CPA/PFS, CFP and Elise Eropkin discuss the importance of being prepared for death and the financial implications that come with it. They share personal experiences and lessons learned from dealing with the assets and debts of deceased loved ones. They emphasize the need for open communication and planning to avoid burdening family members. They also highlight the im...

In this episode we discuss the importance of communication in relationships, particularly when it comes to money. Our hosts, Angie Grainger CPA/PFS, CFP and Elise Eropkin emphasize the need for intention and attention in communication, as well as the importance of understanding and acknowledging each other's messages. They also highlight the significance of having regular money meetings and cr...

In this Special Edition of The Prosperity Nation Podcast, Angie Grainger CPA/PFS, CFP and Elise Eropkin take some time out of their regular schedule to discuss tax planning and the importance of mid-year tax reviews. In this timely episode, the hosts emphasize the value of proactive tax planning to avoid surprises and how this ultimately provides much needed relief to their clients. They encourage...

This time, Angie Grainger CPA/PFS, CFP and Elise Eropkin discuss the importance of cleaning up your finances to reduce stress. They highlight how they've seen messy finances cause stress and even lead to divorce. They talk about the chaos created by digital money and the need for order and visibility in finances. They emphasize the importance of separating personal and business finances and un...

In this episode, Angie Grainger CPA/PFS, CFP and Elise Eropkin discuss the concept of shadow goals, which are hidden goals that often compete with or hinder the achievement of our stated goals. They emphasize the importance of aligning our actions with our goals and being honest about our true priorities. They also discuss the challenges of letting go of certain things or making sacrifices in orde...

This week, Angie Grainger CPA/PFS, CFP and Elise Eropkin talk about 'Lifestyle Freedom', sharing the importance of flourishing both financially and personally—and maintaining this balance. They emphasize the need to define what prosperity means for each individual and not get caught up in societal definitions of success based on material possessions. They also discuss the negative impact d...

In our latest episode, Angie Grainger CPA/PFS, CFP and Elise Eropkin discuss the importance of 'fixing' money in order to fund dreams. They share personal stories from their own lives, as well as their experiences with clients to highlight the challenges and rewards of managing finances. They emphasize the need for clear goals, effective communication, and a structured approach to financia...

In the final episode of our three-part miniseries, Angie Grainger CPA/PFS, CFP and Elise Eropkin discuss the importance of breaking down goals into small, achievable steps. They emphasize the need for planning and preparation, as well as the importance of overcoming obstacles in order to stay motivated. They also highlight the impact that achieving goals has on personal growth and inspiring others...

In this episode, Angie Grainger CPA/PFS, CFP and Elise Eropkin discuss what it means to fund goals and how to optimize finances to achieve them. They emphasize the need to clean up and organize finances to gain clarity and make effective use of resources. They also highlight the significance of setting meaningful goals and directing money towards them. Angie and Elise encourage listeners to confro...

Welcome to a new three-part series! Today, Angie Grainger CPA/PFS, CFP and Elise Eropkin discuss the importance of setting goals that align with personal values and contribute to the growth of yourself, your finances, and the society you’re a part of. Elise shares her experience of achieving a marathon goal and some challenges she's had pursuing a professional license. The conversation emphasi...

In this episode of The Prosperity Nation Podcast, Angie Grainger CPA/PFS, CFP and Elise Eropkin share Money Found Stories and how they've been able to help clients save and recover money so it can be used for their goals. They emphasize the importance of clean books and proactive financial management to avoid money chaos and missed opportunities. The hosts encourage listeners to become their o...

In this episode, Angie Grainger CPA/PFS, CFP and Elise Eropkin discuss how money ethics relates to personal prosperity. They explain that ethics are personal agreements we make for ourselves that go beyond society's standard of morality. They emphasize the importance of having—and following!—one's own money ethics to avoid the negative personal impacts and achieve financial goals. They als...

In this episode, Angie Grainger CPA/PFS, CFP and Elise Eropkin discuss the importance of confronting money and the reasons why they’ve seen people avoid it. They explore the definition of confront and emphasize that it means dealing with a problem or difficult situation, rather than being aggressive. They share personal stories and examples of how people avoid confronting money, such as not lookin...

In this episode, Angie Grainger CPA/PFS, CFP and Elise Eropkin discuss false ideas about money and the importance of confronting your financial situation. They share feedback from listeners and emphasize the need to trust yourself when it comes to money decisions. They debunk the false idea that following one's passion will automatically lead to financial success and discuss the importance of...

In our first episode, Angie Grainger CPA/PFS, CFP and Elise Eropkin discuss their motivations for starting the podcast and their passion for helping people with money. They share personal stories about their own experiences with money and how these moments shaped what they do today. They also begin to open up the idea of how quickly money can seem too complex and how false ideas can make us afraid...