Aiming for financial success

In pursuit of finding the secret to success; make what you need and then don't lose the money!  Consider the following:
• Live below your means.
• Drive your car until it falls apart.
• Brew your own coffee at home.
• "Brown bag" it to work.
• Don't invest in things you don't understand.
• Marry someone with similar work ethic and financial priorities as yours.
• Put your goals in writing.
• Re-check your financial plan every year.
• Save for retirement first, then children's education.
• Do not be pressured into giving away money or jeopardizing your family's financial stability. Give only what you can of your time and money to charity.
• And, of course, buy low, sell high!

The first lesson is simple common sense: to get rich, spend less than you make.  Money buys security and peace of mind, something we all desire.  
• "Remember, money may not be the most important thing in the world, but it's way ahead of whatever is in second place." -- Anonymous
• "God says you can resist the Devil." -- Corinthians 10:13