DES MOINES – State Treasurer Roby Smith is using prom season to remind Iowans about the importance of saving for higher education. “The average teen spends about $1,000 on prom. That’s comparable to how much a postsecondary student will spend on textbooks and supplies for one year,” said Smith. “While...
State Treasurer Roby Smith is reminding Iowans there is still time to contribute to their College Savings Iowa 529 account and deduct those contributions from their 2022 state taxes. “An added benefit for Iowa taxpayers is the state income tax deduction. If you want to maximize your $3,522 Iowa state...
DES MOINES - State Treasurer Roby Smith is using March Madness season to encourage families to invest in their children’s education with College Savings Iowa. “There are less summers with your children before they head to college than there are minutes in half a game of collegiate basketball - now...
DES MOINES – State Treasurer Roby Smith is encouraging Iowans to maximize their tax refunds with College Savings Iowa. “If you are receiving a tax refund this year, we have a great option to ensure you invest it wisely,” said Smith. “College Savings Iowa is perfect for families who want...
Des Moines, Iowa – College Savings Iowa is reminding Iowans about their Year-End Giveaway. This holiday season, unwrap your child’s future by entering to win a $5,290 College Savings Iowa contribution. Visit Iowa529Contest.com by the end of the year to register. Any Iowan over the age of 18 can register...
Des Moines, Iowa – College Savings Iowa is helping families start their path to saving for higher education while still on the go this fall. Now with the READYSAVE 529 app, families can open a College Savings Iowa account and begin contributing to an education fund for their children between...
Des Moines, IA – College Savings Iowa announces that for the ninth time in 16 years, the Plan has reduced its fees for participants. By reducing fees, it’s possible for families to keep more money in their accounts. Effective April 1, 2022, the annual asset-based fee on the plan’s investment...
