Patrick Harwood

Patrick Harwood

Patrick Harwood has been a professional writer and editor since 2004, specializing in articles about spectator sports, personal finance and law. He has contributed to family of magazines and websites.

How to Increase 401k Savings

Finance

How to Increase 401k Savings

Your move upward on the corporate ladder means that you will have additional income to save for retirement. Many professionals believe that they are locked into

How to Determine a Company 401k Match

Finance

How to Determine a Company 401k Match

The difference between an employee-sponsored 401k account and self-directed 401k is the organization coordinate. Companies match each employee's contributions t

How to Make the Most of Your 401k

Finance

How to Make the Most of Your 401k

The IRS, through tax code 401k, gives qualifying employees immediate income tax reduction and upside market potential for saving, so take advantage!   9 St

How to Change Money Into Gold

Finance

How to Change Money Into Gold

Gold has traditionally been viewed as a safe haven investment in times of economic turmoil and distress. In the past, gold has often increased in value as finan

At What Age Should I Buy an Annuity?

Finance

At What Age Should I Buy an Annuity?

An annuity is a contract between an individual and a financial institution like an insurance company where the individual provides a lump-sum payment to the ins

Value Vs. Growth Index Funds

Finance

Value Vs. Growth Index Funds

Value and growth index funds are two types of mutual funds that take a different approach to investment strategy. The goal for both strategies, however, is to t

Charter Boat Regulations

Travel

Charter Boat Regulations

Charter boat regulations are nationwide and issued by the U.S. Coast Guard. Before you open your own charter boat business, or apply to work for a company on it

How to Set Goals and Values

Careers

How to Set Goals and Values

The desire to improve and progress is a natural human trait. Many people, however, are confused as to how to move forward. They have no idea how to set goals or