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Know where your money goes
Derek Jeter
Shortstop, New York Yankees

The best financial advice I've received is that you should always know where your money is. Even if you have someone who handles your finances for you, you should always be involved in the process. I learned this from my parents.

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Last updated July 22 2008: 11:27 AM ET
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