Sometimes, even well-compensated executives, professionals, and business owners find it difficult to attain long-term personal financial success. Although they may be achieving a level of financial security others might envy, their primary focus may be on developing their businesses or careers - to the exclusion of taking care of their personal finances. If you are among these high earners, here are six simple steps you can take to help put your finances on solid ground: 1) pay yourself first, 2) reduce your consumer debt, 3) diversify your savings, 4) make the most of your tax-deferred saving opportunities, 5) bring your estate plan up-to-date, and 6) set long-term financial goals.

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