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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.



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Universal Life Insurance

Universal Life Insurance

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You taught them how to read and how to ride a bike, but have you taught your children how to manage money?

Insurance Needs Assessment: Married With Children

Insurance Needs Assessment: Married With Children

When you’re married and have children, insurance needs will be different.

 

Conquering Retirement Challenges for Women

Looking ahead can help you conquer these unique obstacles.

The ABCs of Zero Coupon Bonds

Understanding some basic concepts may help you assess whether zero-coupon bonds have a place in your portfolio.

Financial Aid for Students 101

Help your college-bound child explore scholarships, grants, and more with this article on paying for higher education.

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Have income that isn’t subject to tax withholding? Or insufficient withholdings? You may have to pay estimated taxes.

Find That Lost Retirement Account

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A Look at Whole Life Insurance

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Debt vs. Investment

Weigh the potential outcomes of paying off debt versus directing those dollars elsewhere.

Rent vs Buy Calculator

Compare the long-term financial outcomes of renting versus buying a home.

What Is My Net Worth?

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

My Retirement Savings

See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.

Social Security Tax Estimator

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

Taxable vs. Tax-Deferred Savings

Compare how the same contribution grows differently in taxable versus tax-deferred accounts.

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Exit Strategies of the Rich and Famous

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

A Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit

Taking your Social Security benefits at the right time may help maximize your benefit.

Retirement Redefined

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Safeguard Your Digital Estate

If you died, what would happen to your email archives, social profiles and online accounts?

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

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