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By Anslem Samuel | Published February 15, 2011 | Full size is 500 × 320 pixels

SAVE YOUR MONEY Just because the money’s pouring in now doesn’t mean it will tomorrow. That’s why it’s always a smart idea to live within your means and not beyond them. For example, if you make $2 million in a year, Harmony suggests stretching that out to last 10 years by living like you only make $90,000 a year. “In the music business, actually in any business, there are peaks and valleys. When you hit your peak, prepare for the valley,” he says. “Money is thrown at you from all directions, but it’s not always going to be like that… You have to be prepared. You’re not always going to be hot.”

SAVE YOUR MONEY Just because the money’s pouring in now doesn’t mean it will…