ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Don't rely on any spur-of-the-moment promises made to you. No matter how well meant they might be, reality will have other plans for how things play out.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- A situation that has had an adverse effect on your finances is ready to be rectified. Although it won't be soon enough to suit you and your wallet, at least it'll be over.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Be careful not to get drawn into an arrangement where you could lose more than you could gain. If you plunge in anyway, make tracks as soon as you begin to see this happening.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Don't allow anyone to do your thinking for you, especially in affairs that could affect your reputation and/or status. What is good for another might be bad for you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Don't tackle a complicated do-it-yourself project that you lack the experience and/or expertise to take on. This might be one of those times when it's cheaper to pay a professional.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You could have trouble telling the difference between prudence and extravagance. For example, after a sumptuous dinner, you might keep the leftover salad but throw away the caviar.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Keeping your priorities in proper order could be a difficult assignment at present. Try not to place far more emphasis on pleasurable pursuits than on productive ones.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Usually, you're the type of person who sees things through to a desirable conclusion, yet you might find it difficult to do so at present. Don't call it quits on anything just because the end is in sight.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- It might be smart to avoid all kinds of financial risk, even if a deal looks like a sure thing. Chances are your conception of it will be overly optimistic.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're more likely to tell others what to do than to do anything yourself. You shouldn't have to be told that this is a sure recipe for dysfunction.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Use a light touch when embellishing a story that you want others to enjoy. If you get in over your head, chances are you'll trip over your own tongue.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Leave that extra cash you've been saving at home if you're going out on the town with your pals. Your ability to prudently manage your resources isn't likely to be at its best.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Some special knowledge you'll gain through a personal experience will be used to your advantage over and over again in the coming weeks. It'll give you the edge you've needed.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You could be steered toward something that could turn out to be financially beneficial. If you should run into a potential opportunity, thoroughly check it out.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Some kind of agreement you work out could have a lot of promising potential that, once implemented, will be long-lasting if you make sure it's as good for the other party as it is for you.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- An interesting development could occur where your work or career is concerned. What transpires will go a long way toward helping you fulfill an ambitious objective.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- This could be an unusually good day for you to reorganize a situation that is personally important. Adjustments can be made to help you achieve whatever it is you need or want.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Before starting another new endeavor, complete the ones you've already got underway. When you finally finish them, the results will exceed your expectations.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Do not discount any new idea or concept you get, even if some of them are a bit grandiose. You're in a cycle where thinking big could be very lucky for you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Certain of your financial transactions could start to take an upward swing. As long as you don't allow extravagance to rule the roost, profitable results are likely.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- You're entering a cycle where many of your hopes and expectations will have excellent chances of success. Operate to the best of your abilities, and luck will fill in the thin spots.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Some beneficial happenings are going on behind the scenes. They may be hidden from your view, but don't worry -- some delightful surprises are in the offing.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Friends will start to play more prominent roles in your affairs. As long as you keep them out of areas pertaining to your finances, their input will be positive.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- You're now entering a good cycle for achievement, but you might be the last person to realize this. Don't allow negative thinking to put restrictions on your possibilities.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Because your words are likely to carry more weight, listeners will prick up their ears to hear what you're saying. Be careful you don't reveal anything unintended.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Chances are you'll be more adept than usual at gauging the course of events. Wisely use this gift to anticipate changes that may not be evident to others.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Before signing any type of agreement, you should scrutinize the fine print. Chances are it'll be the little details that turn out to be of real significance, and they could make trouble.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- If you are on your toes and are smarter than competitors, you'll fare quite well, especially with commercial involvements. So that you're not caught off-guard, try to anticipate others' moves.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- It behooves you to be an attentive listener when engaged in a conversation with someone who is young at heart. Tips from this person could brighten your life considerably.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- When there is something important you need to accomplish today, there's no need to broadcast it to the entire world. If you want to moan and groan about it, do so only after you've done the job.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- If you feel you have some good ideas that could benefit co-workers, try to do something about it, even if those who work at your side aren't too supportive. Even setting a good example could help.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Even if you think in small monetary terms, that's OK, because modest profits could quickly add up to a tidy sum. A good attitude could help you find bargains that others overlook.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- It's important for you to establish your own agenda instead of letting associates set the agenda. You'll know better than they what is best for you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- If you're smart enough to recognize it, some information you possess could give you an edge in a competitive career development. However, nothing will happen unless you make a move.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Get out and mingle, because social gatherings should prove to be enjoyable, provided the group is small and the topics aren't of a serious nature.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Certain goals can be much easier to attain if you first visualize successfully achieving them and the ways you go about doing so. Use your positive imagination.