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On Point Financial

Jeff Birnbaum

140 Riverside Drive
New York, NY 10024

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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

Extended Care: A Patchwork of Possibilities

Extended Care: A Patchwork of Possibilities

What is your plan for health care during retirement?

A Decision Not Made Is Still a Decision

A Decision Not Made Is Still a Decision

Investors who put off important investment decisions may face potential consequences to their future financial security.

A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List

A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List

Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.

 

Personal Finance Tips for Military Families

Military families face unique challenges, making personal finance even more critical.

What to Look for in Personal Finance Apps

An increasing number have been developed to help individuals with their personal finances.

Building Your Legacy

A four-step framework for building a personal legacy.

A Brief History of Estate Taxes

Federal estate taxes have long since been a lucrative source of funding for the federal government.

A Meal for All Generations

When it comes to generational differences, knowing the facts can be difficult.

Does Your Child Need to File an Income Tax Return?

When your child has income, there’s a good chance that he or she will need to report it and pay taxes.

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Long-Term-Care Needs

Estimate potential long-term care costs and what coverage may help address them.

Annuity Comparison

Compare annuity options to see how each one could affect your long-term income outlook.

Inflation & Retirement

See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.

What's Your MPG?

Calculate your vehicle's fuel efficiency and see what you're spending on gas annually.

College Savings

See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.

How Much Home Can I Afford?

Estimate how much home may fit within your budget based on income and expenses.

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Making Your Tax Bracket Work

Have you explored all your options when it comes to managing your taxable income?

From Boats to Brokers

From the Dutch East India Company to Wall St., the stock market has a long and storied history.

How to Bake a Pie-R-A

Roth IRAs are tax-advantaged differently from traditional IRAs. Do you know how?

The Power of Tax-Deferred Growth

Why are 401(k) plans, annuities, and IRAs so popular?

Dog Bites and Homeowners Insurance

Reviewing coverage options is just one thing responsible pet parents can do to help look out for their dogs.

Keeping Up with the Joneses

Lifestyle inflation can be the enemy of wealth building. What could happen if you invested instead of buying more stuff?

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