SEPTEMBER 13 BIRTHDAY: The money you put into home improvements is money in the bank. Focus on making your place more efficient. You could build quite a profit.

To get the advantage, check the day's rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.

ARIES (March 21 - April 20) Today is a 7. Does it count as a win for you if your teammate carries the ball for the winning touchdown? You bet it does. Share the glory.

TAURUS (April 21 - May 20) Today is a 6. It's been said that you should never show the critics unfinished work. That's the rule for the next few days. Lock the studio door.

GEMINI (May 21 - June 21) Today is a 7. Love makes the world go round, when it includes commitment. Don't freak out, this is not a scary assignment. Just make a promise and keep it.

CANCER (June 22 - July 22) Today is a 6. You'd like to be able to do everything by yourself, but that's not realistic. It's not very much fun, either. Get the family to help.

LEO (July 23 - Aug. 22) Today is a 7. The more you read, the closer you'll get to finding the answers. And, of course, the more you do it the easier it becomes. Stick to your assigned topic, if you can.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 - Sept. 22) Today is a 7. Collect the money that's owed to you. That includes those coupons and rebates you've been collecting. Hurry, before they expire.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 - Oct. 23) Today is a 7. Soon you'll have the evidence you need to prove your theory. Make sure you're right, and then get the word out to those who need to know.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Today is a 7. Another treasure is revealed. You knew it was there all along, but you didn't know how much it has increased in value. You love it when this happens.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 - Dec. 21) Today is a 7. You have an excellent attitude, even in the face of calamity. You believe you can get through just about anything. Your friends are convinced you can, too. So go for it.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20) Today is a 6. They're watching to see if you'll do what you promised. Don't even think of excuses. You get demerits for everything except producing the results. Luckily, you're good at that.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19) Today is a 7. You've been strict with yourself, and it's paying off. That's the key right there. You've paid off enough of the bills so you can go out and play with your friends.

PISCES (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20): Today is a 7. With a careful investment now, you can increase your chances of achieving your long-term goal. Allot your money wisely.

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