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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

How Long Will My Savings Last If I Become Disabled?

How Long Will My Savings Last If I Become Disabled?

See how long your current savings might last if a disability interrupted your income.

How Compound Interest Works

How Compound Interest Works

Explore how compound interest can grow your money over time with this interactive tool.

Assess Your Life Insurance Needs

Assess Your Life Insurance Needs

Estimate how much life insurance coverage may be appropriate for your situation.

 

Inflation and the Real Rate of Return

Learn about the role of inflation when considering your portfolio’s rate of return with this helpful article.

Is a SEP-IRA Right for Your Business?

For some, the idea of establishing a retirement strategy evokes worries about complicated reporting and administration.

Social Security: Maximizing Benefits

There are other ways to maximize Social Security benefits, in addition to waiting to claim them.

Getting a Head Start on College Savings

A few strategies that may help you prepare for the cost of higher education.

Retirement Is a Beginning

Key questions to answer when you are considering retirement.

Inflation & Your Money

It's important to understand how inflation is reported and how it can affect investments.

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Inflation & Retirement

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

Long-Term-Care Needs

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

How Long Will Your Money Last?

See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.

What Rate Would I Need to Earn on My Savings?

Work backwards from your savings goal to find the rate of return you'd need to get there.

Student Loan Refinance Calculator

Compare your current student loan terms to a potential refinance to see if it makes sense.

Simple 401k

See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.

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An Arm and a Leg

A visit to the hospital can be painful, for both your body and your wallet. Don't let it be more painful than it has to be.

The Latte Lie and Other Myths

Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.

Timing Your Retirement

This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.

The Facts About Income Tax

Millions faithfully file their 1040 forms each April. But some things about federal income taxes may surprise you.

Once Upon a Goal

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

Exit Strategies of the Rich and Famous

Estate conservation is too important to put off. Do you have a smart exit strategy?

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