ARIES (March 21-April 19): Be positive when dealing with anyone you are involved with financially. Lay your cards on the table and ask direct questions so that you know where you stand and what needs to be done. Get everything out in the open so you are free to move forward baggage-free. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Sorrow will prevail if you or someone you are dealing with isn't honest regarding feelings and long-term plans. Keeping secrets will not solve problems. Gather your thoughts and explain your situation. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Take a close look at what you have to offer and how you can display your best assets. Refrain from letting your emotions take over. Withholding information will quickly jeopardize your position and could ruin a good deal. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Problems are inevitable and must be handled immediately. Give your undivided attention and time to turning a negative into a positive. Hesitating because you are uncertain will only make matters worse. 5 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Don't let an emotional or money problem dampen your day. Focus on what you can offer others without going over budget and how you can make the most of your talents, skills and knowledge. Communication is highlighted. 2 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Be honest with others and yourself. Problems at home will develop if you overspend on things you cannot afford. Doing the work and saving money will impress someone who can change your life. 2 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Surround yourself with people who motivate you and you will accomplish more. Equality will make any partnership work more efficiently. Delegate responsibilities. Love is in the stars. 4 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Make plans to socialize and put a little romance into your life. The people you connect with now will be inspirational -- mentally, emotionally and financially. Someone from your past will be able to help you out now. Make contact. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Bring on any change you can that will help you feel more comfortable in your surroundings and with the people who mean the most to you. Don't believe everything you hear from a third party. An opportunity for a move should be acted upon. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don't reveal too much about what you are up to personally. If you are reconnecting with someone from your past, make sure this development isn't going to cause additional stress on your current personal situation. Resolve one set of circumstances before you decide to take on another. 4 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Too much, too fast will end up costing you. Don't let emotional matters lead to deception and sorrow. Keep everything you do out in the open so you aren't blamed for hiding information that might incriminate you. 2 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Make change based on what you see and hear, first hand. Don't be fooled by someone trying to push you in a direction that doesn't suit your needs. Anger will surface if you feel threatened or pushed by someone with whom you are in an emotional or financial partnership. 5 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Strength and courage will set you apart from the competition. Collaborating with someone who has something you need will put you in a different category than everyone you need to deal with professionally, personally and financially. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You'll be pulled in different directions when dealing with business and personal partners. Don't be too free with your opinions until you have heard what everyone else has to say. You may change your mind once you have had time to digest what's going on. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Rely on the connections you have made over the years to help you get what you want now. Don't be afraid to call in favors or to spend time and money in order to get ahead. How you display what you have to offer will make the difference. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Ulterior motives will be present. If you are too trusting, you are likely to be disappointed. Ask questions and refuse to commit to any agreement until all the details are clear. Change can be good but it has to be right for you. 5 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You cannot let emotional matters stand in the way of your success. Focus on what you need to know in order to get ahead and the changes you must make to stand out. Opportunity knocks and you have to jump in with both feet. 2 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Make a conscious effort to take care of everyone's concerns, including your own. Being aggressive regarding a personal relationship will show your devotion. Arrange a trip that will ease your stress. 4 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Personal matters will cause confusion. Focus on your career or money matters and how you can make your life better. Turn your back on anyone trying to sway you in a direction that doesn't suit you. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Take action. Now is a good time to throw yourself behind your dreams, hopes and wishes and to aggressively move forward with your creative plans for the future. Don't let uncertainty stand in the way. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Don't get talked into helping those who are lazy when you should be doing more to help make your own life better. Focus on home and family and what will make you a better person and your surroundings more conducive to what you want to accomplish. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Stick close to home. Problems while traveling or dealing with authority figures, institutions or government agencies will lead to setbacks. Now is not the time to put pressure on others. 4 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Don't let love be your demise. If something isn't working, do something about it. There is nothing that cannot be fixed if you approach it the right way. Fairness and honesty are all that's required. 2 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Dig out old contracts and you will discover a way to improve your position through negotiation. There is plenty of room for advancement. It never hurts to ask for what you want as long as you are willing to give back and compromise. 5 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Take everything in stride. It's up to you to face each battle with patience and the realization that you can only do so much and, after that, it's out of your hands. Live, love and laugh. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Problems with acquaintances or people you have to work alongside will develop due to deception. Try to be as straightforward as possible. It will be important for you to be intuitive and to read between the lines. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You can make professional moves or exploit your talents in areas you haven't infiltrated in the past. Love is in the stars and making a move toward a commitment or getting closer to someone special will boost your morale. 5 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Think twice before making any sort of change, move or statement. Not everyone will agree with your plans and objections, and criticism can be expected. Work quietly on your own for now. 2 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Hop to it and you will fit everything you want to accomplish into your day. There is nothing you cannot do if you put your mind to it. Travel, love and communications will all play a vital role in your progress. 4 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): There is plenty that must be dealt with before you can make any financial decisions. Look at your assets and consider what you can afford. The budget you set now will determine how well you will do this month. 4 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Don't let uncertainty be your downfall, especially when dealing with important partnerships. Be creative and innovative in the way you approach others. Overreacting will lead to an unhealthy dispute. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Let your emotions out. You have to be willing to speak up about the way you feel and what you want and need in your life. It's your conviction and dedication that will win favors. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Put more time and effort into home, family and your future. You should make a move or travel a distance if it will help you obtain a better paying position. New surroundings will lift your spirits and help you move forward. 4 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You'll have to be very careful what you say and do. You will meet with opposition and any form of overindulgence -- emotionally, physically, mentally or financially -- will only make matters worse. Keep a low profile and a watchful eye on what others are doing. 2 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Everything is looking favorable. An opportunity that will allow you to bring in a steady stream of cash is apparent. Your creative and inventive way of doing things will capture someone's attention and a contract or partnership can be formed. 5 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Put your energy to good use. Someone's uncertainty will be a result of your not being able to make up your mind. Try not to confuse the people who truly want to help you get ahead. Listen and respond positively. 3 stars