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January 12, 2026
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The Prosperity People
Protecting Seniors from Modern Scams: Medicare ...

Scammers are evolving faster than ever, and seniors have become their primary target. In 2024 alone, older Americans lost over $3.4 billion to fraud—a staggering increase driven by two particularly insidious schemes: Medicare and Medicaid fraud that weaponizes healthcare confusion, and Bitcoin ATM scams that exploit urgency and fear. These aren't the clumsy phone scams of yesterday. Today's criminals use sophisticated caller ID spoofing to appear as legitimate government agencies, deploy AI-generated voices that sound remarkably authentic, and employ psychological manipulation tactics refined through thousands of successful thefts. What makes these scams especially dangerous is how they prey on trust—trust in Medicare, trust in law enforcement, and trust in technology that many seniors didn't grow up with. But knowledge is power, and understanding how these scams work is your first line of defense.

Protecting Seniors from Modern Scams: Medicare Fraud and Bitcoin ATM Schemes
January 5, 2026
Blog posts
Kelley C. Long
Financial Planning Numbers You Need to Know for ...

Do you need to adjust your savings rates to account for new contribution limit increases? Double check to make sure you’re not missing out on the new opportunity to save more, plus a tax law change that sweetens your charitable donations!

Financial Planning Numbers You Need to Know for 2026
December 29, 2025
Recipes
The Prosperity People
Traditional Hoppin' John Recipe

A classic Southern dish traditionally eaten on New Year's Day for good luck. The black-eyed peas represent good luck, pork represents prosperity and greens (often served alongside) represent wealth.

Traditional Hoppin' John Recipe
December 22, 2025
Blog posts
The Prosperity People
Beyond Resolutions: Alternative Approaches That ...

Every January, millions of people set ambitious New Year's resolutions, only to abandon them by February. Studies show that approximately 80% of resolutions fail by the second week of February. The problem isn't lack of willpower—it's the approach itself.

Traditional resolutions are often vague, all-or-nothing, and disconnected from our daily lives. Here are evidence-based alternatives that create lasting change.

Beyond Resolutions: Alternative Approaches That Actually Work
December 15, 2025
Blog posts
Kelley C. Long
5 Times It Might Make Sense to Borrow from Your ...

A strategic, one-time 401(k) loan can be a smart financial move in specific situations. Here are five scenarios where it might make sense.

5 Times It Might Make Sense to Borrow from Your 401(k)
The Prosperity People
January 12, 2023
Noteworthy News

Noteworthy News

The Prosperity People
January 12, 2023
Noteworthy News
Noteworthy News

We've scoured the internet so that you don't have to. Consider this our monthly roundup of relevant articles to support your pursuit of prosperity. 

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Andy Pulsfort
January 12, 2023
You Oughta Ask

You Oughta Ask with Andy Pulsfort

Andy Pulsfort
January 12, 2023
You Oughta Ask
You Oughta Ask with Andy Pulsfort

One monthly subscription here, a streaming service there, these things accumulate — and quickly! A new year is an excellent time to put your money under a microscope.

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Mackey McNeill
January 12, 2023
Recipes

Recipes from Red Sunflower Farm

Mackey McNeill
January 12, 2023
Recipes
Recipes from Red Sunflower Farm

This one received raving reviews at a recent family meal. A must-try side dish, this lentil salad is flavorful, satisfying, and nutritious. The recipe calls for sweet potatoes but play around with other options — any roasted veg will do!

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The Prosperity People
January 12, 2023
Blog posts

6 Steps To Feed a Family of Four on Just $100 a Week

The Prosperity People
January 12, 2023
Blog posts
6 Steps To Feed a Family of Four on Just $100 a Week

Anyone who’s stepped foot in a grocery store in recent months knows that talks of inflation are not hyperbole.

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The Prosperity People
December 19, 2022

Tune In: AICPA’s Personal Financial Planning Podcast with Mackey McNeill

The Prosperity People
December 19, 2022
Tune In: AICPA’s Personal Financial Planning Podcast with Mackey McNeill

The first episode in a four-part podcast series featuring our very own Mackey McNeill dropped last week! Mackey discusses her journey to achieving prosperity on the Personal Financial Planning Podcast (produced by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants).

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The Prosperity People
December 19, 2022
Noteworthy News

Noteworthy News

The Prosperity People
December 19, 2022
Noteworthy News
Noteworthy News

We've scoured the internet so that you don't have to. Consider this our monthly roundup of relevant news articles to support your pursuit of prosperity. 

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Andy Pulsfort
December 19, 2022
You Oughta Ask

You Oughta Ask with Andy Pulsfort

Andy Pulsfort
December 19, 2022
You Oughta Ask
You Oughta Ask with Andy Pulsfort

There’s something about this time of year that gets Andy’s creative juices flowing. Historically, The Prosperity People newsletter has always included a holiday-themed nugget of wisdom from Andy. And this year we’re looking back and recapping our top three favorite festive tidbits.

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Mackey McNeill
December 19, 2022
Recipes

Recipes from Red Sunflower Farm

Mackey McNeill
December 19, 2022
Recipes
Recipes from Red Sunflower Farm

I make this with yellow carrots plucked from my garden. It’s an easy and impressive side for any meal. Assemble your ingredients a day ahead and let the flavors marinate overnight. This tasty dish gets better with age!

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The Prosperity People
December 19, 2022
Blog posts

Level Up Your Resolutions with a Year in Review

The Prosperity People
December 19, 2022
Blog posts
Level Up Your Resolutions with a Year in Review

Often, we use this time of year to look forward, setting aspirational goals for our future selves

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The Prosperity People
November 7, 2022
Noteworthy News

Noteworthy News

The Prosperity People
November 7, 2022
Noteworthy News
Noteworthy News

We've scoured the internet so that you don't have to. Consider this our monthly roundup of relevant news articles to support your pursuit of prosperity.

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