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On Point Financial

Jeff Birnbaum

140 Riverside Drive
New York, NY 10024

(212) 874-1790
 

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Your Financial Future

Today’s economic environment presents many challenges. But along with these challenges come opportunities and potential rewards for those who invest the time and thought into planning for the future.  It can seem like a daunting task when you are tackling the process, especially when so many factors are constantly changing.  You do not need to tackle it alone.

We are here to work with you to make sure all the pieces of your financial life work together like a well-oiled machine, guiding you to get from where you are now to where you want to be.

Our site is filled with educational videos, articles, presentations, and calculators designed to help you learn more about the world of personal finance.  We hope they are helpful.  However, they are only tools.  Ultimately, they can never replace the type of financial planning that we practice--planning personalized for you by people who take the time to learn about your personal situation, including your dreams and goals, fears and apprehensions.

We know you are more than inputs plugged into a computer algorithm.  You are a unique individual.  Your specific situation requires solutions tailored for you.

We chose to become financial planners because we enjoy helping people.  Let us know if we can help you.



Helpful Content

Credit Card Payoff

Credit Card Payoff

Find out how long it may take to pay off a credit card balance and what it costs in interest.

Federal Capital Gains Tax Estimator

Federal Capital Gains Tax Estimator

Estimate your potential federal capital gains tax liability on the sale of an asset.

Is a Variable Annuity Right for Me?

Is a Variable Annuity Right for Me?

Pundits go on and on about how “terrible” or “wonderful” annuities are, but they never talk about if annuities are right.

 

How Women Can Prepare For Retirement

Are women prepared for a 20-year retirement?

Investing with Your Heart

For some, the social impact of investing is just as important as the return, perhaps more important.

Data Thieves from Outer Space

Learn about the dangers of internet fraud with this highly educational and fun “pulp” comic.

Retirement Is a Beginning

Key questions to answer when you are considering retirement.

Saving to Spending: Build a Tax-Smart Withdrawal Strategy

Maximize your hard-earned assets and set the stage for a rewarding retirement with a tax-intelligent withdrawal strategy.

Financial Planning for Divorce

Tap into one of the most important members of your "divorce team".

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The Power of 401k Catch-Ups

See how catch-up contributions after age 50 could significantly boost your retirement balance.

Federal Capital Gains Tax Estimator

Estimate your potential federal capital gains tax liability on the sale of an asset.

Social Security Tax Estimator

Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be subject to federal income tax.

How Can I Save a Million Dollars?

See what it takes in monthly contributions and time to reach a million-dollar savings goal.

Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?

Compare the true costs of buying versus leasing a vehicle to find the better fit for you.

What Is My Net Worth?

Get a snapshot of your overall financial picture by calculating your total net worth.

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Investments

You’ve made investments your whole life. Work with us to help make the most of them.

To Buy or Not to Buy

The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.

Bursting the Bubble

Tulips were the first, but they won’t be the last. What forms a “bubble” and what causes them to burst?

Once Upon a Goal

Do you know how to set up your financial goals for success? This knight does.

It Was the Best of Times, It Was the Worst of Times

All about how missing the best market days (or the worst!) might affect your portfolio.

Social Security: By the Numbers

Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.

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