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Earning a fortune doesn’t guarantee financial security. Even some of the highest-paid celebrities have lost a great deal of money through reckless spending, risky investments, or failing to plan for the future. Wealth alone isn’t enough—smart financial decisions matter at every level. No matter how much money you make, living beyond your means and failing to plan can lead to financial disaster.