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Before you get
carried away thinking about the jet skis

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you'll buy in the coworkers
you'll tell off.

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Consider establishing a clear path
to financial freedom.

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Here's how once you wrap your head
around your nearly impossible

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stroke of good luck.

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The next most important step is to ensure
the safekeeping of your winning ticket.

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We suggest documenting your ticket
by taking a selfie

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or video of you in the ticket
and to further demonstrate ownership.

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You can always sign your name on the back.

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One of the most common pitfalls
lottery winners face is they think they're

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coming into more money
than they actually are for most people.

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$100 million jackpot ultimately amounts
to more like $60 million.

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It's important to take the next steps
with the correct mindset.

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Remind yourself that
although you didn't technically do

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anything to earn this money,
you should still handle it responsibly.

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According to financial experts,

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in the first 24 hours after a significant
lottery win are crucial.

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Play this one close to the vest

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and only tell people who really need to
now go ahead and secure a lawyer.

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Not only will they be able to help
you claim your winnings,

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but they can also advise you as to
whether or not

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your particular state
will allow you to receive it anonymously.

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So what's the first purchase
you would make if you won the lottery?

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Drop a comment below
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