Managing your MNSAVES account

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Making contributions to your MNSAVES account

Adding money to your account is one of the more frequent transactions you’ll make with your MNSAVES account. Watch this guide on contributing to your account.

Withdrawing from your MNSAVES account

Watch this guide for step-by-step instructions on how to make withdrawals from your account.

Ugifting to your MNSAVES account

Gifting to a child’s 529 is a great way for friends and family to help save for college. As an added bonus, the gift-giver may be eligible to receive state tax benefits. Watch this guide on Ugifting to your MNSAVES account.

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Contributing & gifting

How to contribute to your 529 account

How to make contributions

One of the best aspects of MNSAVES is that it’s easy to make contributions. There are many ways to add to an account, including:

• A one-time electronic funds transfer
• Recurring contributions from a checking or savings account
• Automatic payroll direct deposit
• Rollover from another state’s 529 plan *
• Proceeds from a Coverdell Education Savings Account *
• Personal check, bank draft, cashier or teller’s check mailed to:
  • Standard Delivery
    Minnesota College Savings Plan (MNSAVES)
    PO Box 219455
    Kansas City, MO 64121-9455
  • Overnight Delivery Only
    Minnesota College Savings Plan (MNSAVES)
    1001 E 101 st Terrace, Suite 200
    Kansas City, MO 64131

  The Minnesota College Savings Plan (MNSAVES) cannot accept cash contributions, starter checks, traveler’s checks, money orders, credit cards, convenience checks and some other forms of payment. Watch this guide on contributing securely to your account.

  Footnotes

  1. * Be sure to consult with a qualified advisor regarding the possible legal and tax consequences associated with such changes.↩

  How to use Ugift ®

  Gifting to a child’s 529 is a great way for friends and family to contribute to a child’s college savings. As an added bonus, they may be eligible to receive state tax benefits. Watch this guide on Ugifting to your MNSAVES account.

  How to use Bill Pay

  Simplify regular contributions to your 529 account with the click of a button on the Bill Pay option using your own bank. Pay privately, securely and reliably. Save time and stay efficient by using your bank’s Bill Pay feature.

  To set up your Bill Pay online with your bank, please use the following information:

  • Name of Payee: MNSAVES
  • Address:
    PO Box 219455
    Kansas City, MO 64121-9455
  • Complete the memo line: Include the 11-digit account number.
  • Recurring Payments: Some online Bill Pay services offer recurring (automatic) payments. Check with your bank on this option.

  How to request gift contributions from friends and family

  Everyone wants to help a child succeed in life. One of the most unique features of your MNSAVES account is the capability to ask for help from friends and family. Send them a Ugift ® Invitation for a special occasion, like a birthday, holiday, graduation or one-time event, and help grow your account. As an added bonus, they may be eligible to receive state tax benefits.

  How to ask for gifts

  1. After you’ve opened and set up online access for your MNSAVES account, log in and select the Ugift link from the “My Accounts” page.
  2. Once you are on the Ugift page, a unique Ugift code will be provided for each account.
  3. Friends and family can use your Ugift code at any time to easily make gift contributions at Ugift529.com.
  4. You can share your Ugift code using Ugift’s email, Facebook, Twitter or printed party invitation inclusions. Another option for sharing is to print the Additional Contribution Form and mail it. See below for instructions on how to contribute a gift by mail.

  Additional information

  Account owners will receive confirmation of any contributions to their accounts.

  How to give a gift contribution by mail

  1. Download an Additional Contribution Form.
  2. Ask the account owner for the account number you should use for your gift, and list it on the form.
  3. Complete a check payable to Minnesota College Savings Plan.
     Note: To ensure the contribution is deposited into the account, make sure the account number provided to you by the account owner is clearly indicated on the check as well as on the Additional Contribution Form.
  4. Make a copy of your check and the form and keep them for your records.
  5. Mail your check and the completed forms to:
     • Standard Delivery
       Minnesota College Savings Plan (MNSAVES)
       PO Box 219455
       Kansas City, MO 64121-9455
     • Overnight Delivery Only
       Minnesota College Savings Plan (MNSAVES)
       1001 E 101 st Terrace, Suite 200
       Kansas City, MO 64131

  The Minnesota 529 College Savings Plan (MNSAVES) cannot accept cash contributions, starter checks, traveler’s checks, money orders, credit cards, convenience checks and some other forms of payment.

  How to roll over your balance from another 529 plan account

  If you already have a college savings account, wonderful! You’re that much further ahead. And there’s more good news. With MNSAVES, you’re allowed to roll over the partial or complete balance from any other 529 plan into your account.

  What you’ll need

  To make this transfer, you’ll need:

  • Your MNSAVES account information
  • The incoming account’s name, address and complete information
  • The incoming beneficiary name and SSN if applicable

  How to do it online

  1. Log in to your account online.
  2. Click on the desired account.
  3. Click “Rollover from Another 529.”
  4. Select the Plan name of your existing 529 account and click “Submit.”
  5. Click “Download Form.”
  6. Complete all required information and print and sign the form.
  7. Mail the form and letter to the indicated address.

  How to do it by mail

  1. Download and complete the Incoming Rollover Form.
  2. Select the Rollover Type.
  3. Verify and enter your MNSAVES account information.
  4. Enter information on the current 529 Plan Manager or Coverdell ESA Custodian.
  5. Choose whether you’re transferring all or a portion of the assets.
  6. Check with your previous plan to confirm if they require a Medallion signature guarantee before submitting the form.
  7. Mail the completed form and you’re done!

  Additional information

  To make this change free of federal taxes and penalties, the plan you’re transferring funds from must have the same designated beneficiary or a qualifying family member as beneficiary. Consult your tax professional.

  Where to mail forms

  • Standard Delivery
    Minnesota College Savings Plan (MNSAVES)
    PO Box 219455
    Kansas City, MO 64121-9455
  • Overnight Delivery Only
    Minnesota College Savings Plan (MNSAVES)
    1001 E 101 st Terrace, Suite 200
    Kansas City, MO 64131

  The Minnesota 529 College Savings Plan (MNSAVES) cannot accept cash contributions, starter checks, traveler’s checks, money orders, credit cards, convenience checks and some other forms of payment.

  How to redeem proceeds from a Coverdell ESA or Qualified U.S. Savings Bond

  With MNSAVES, you can roll certain existing educational accounts into your plan. For instance, if you’ve used a Coverdell account or U.S. savings bonds to pay for your child’s primary or secondary education, you can transfer any or all remaining funds to your MNSAVES account. These transfers are also free from federal taxes and penalties as long as the beneficiary remains the same.

  What you’ll need

  To make this transfer, you’ll need:

  • Your MNSAVES account information
  • The incoming account’s name, address and complete information
  • The former beneficiary’s name and SSN if applicable
  • A printed copy of the Additional Contribution Form

  How to do it

  1. Download and complete the Additional Contribution Form.
  2. Be sure to verify that your account information is correct.
  3. In section 2 of the form, Contribution Method, select Indirect Rollover and enter the Rollover Amount, Principal and Earnings.
  4. Mail the completed form and you’re done.

  Additional information

  For a Coverdell ESA, you must submit an account statement issued by the financial institution that acted as trustee or custodian of the Coverdell ESA that shows the principal and earnings portions of the redemption proceeds.

  If you’re contributing amounts from a savings bond, you must submit an account statement or IRS Form 1099-INT issued by the financial institution that redeemed the bonds showing the interest portion of the redemption proceeds. Consult your tax professional.

  Where to mail forms

  • Standard Delivery
    Minnesota College Savings Plan (MNSAVES)
    PO Box 219455
    Kansas City, MO 64121-9455
  • Overnight Delivery Only
    Minnesota College Savings Plan (MNSAVES)
    1001 E 101 st Terrace, Suite 200
    Kansas City, MO 64131

  The Minnesota 529 College Savings Plan (MNSAVES) cannot accept cash contributions, starter checks, traveler’s checks, money orders, credit cards, convenience checks and some other forms of payment.

  How to set up recurring contributions

  With MNSAVES, making regular contributions automatically is easy and worry free. Set up recurring contributions from your checking or savings account to your 529 plan in minutes. Once complete, you can change Recurring Contributions to your account at any time.

  What you’ll need to do it online

  To set up your automatic contribution plan online, you will first need to update your account information with the following information:

  • Checking or savings account number
  • Bank routing number
  • Name as it appears on the account
  • Bank’s name

  How to do it online

  1. Log in to your account online. Once you’ve logged in, you will go directly to the contribution page.
  2. Select “Electronically from Your Bank Account.”
  3. Enter the contribution amount.
  4. Select “Recurring.”
  5. Select the Frequency and Start Date for the contributions.
  6. Choose if you would like to automatically increase this recurring contribution annually.
  7. Select the bank account, then click “Next.”
  8. Verify that the recurring contribution information is correct.
  9. Select “Submit” and you’re done.

  How to set up payroll direct deposit

  If you work for a participating company or organization, saving for your MNSAVES account just got even easier.

  What you’ll need

  Before setting up or changing your Payroll Direct Deposit, you’ll need to have your Employee Information, including:

  • Name and Social Security number
  • Employee ID number (if applicable)
  • Employer name, address and telephone number
  • Contribution amount per pay period
  • Starting date for deductions

  How to do it

  Step 1: First, be sure you’ve opened your MNSAVES account online.

  • Log in to your MNSAVES account.
  • Click the “Profile & Documents” link on the My Accounts page.
  • Click “Payroll Direct Deposit” on the left side.
  • Click “Change Payroll Instruction” to start the process.

  Step 2: Follow the prompts to select the amount to contribute from each paycheck, and how much to deposit for each beneficiary (if applicable).

  • Once you submit this information, you must click “Get Form” and then print out the payroll form.
  • This form will be pre-filled with your name, your unique account number, the total payroll deduction amount and the routing (ABA) number for the Plan’s bank. If you are funding more than one account by payroll direct deposit, the amount per pay period should be the sum of ALL your payroll contributions to your MNSAVES accounts.

  Step 3: Submit the payroll form to your company’s human resources, benefits or payroll department. If your employer uses a self-service portal, complete the form with your information as you’d do when depositing a paycheck directly into your checking or savings account.

  • Your employer will update the payroll direct deposit amount in the payroll system and will automatically send your contributions to MNSAVES.
  • Be sure to inform your employer of any changes you wish to make to your payroll direct deposit contributions.

  How to make a one-time Electronic Funds Transfer

  Have you received a tax refund, bonus, inheritance or other lump sum you wish to put toward saving for college? To make a one-time electronic funds transfer from a checking or savings account to your 529 plan, follow these instructions.

  What you’ll need

  If you haven’t already set up your payment information, or if you wish to make this contribution from a different bank account, you will first need to update your account information with the following information:

  • Checking or savings account number
  • Bank routing number
  • Name as it appears on the account
  • Bank’s name

  How to do it

  1. Log in to your account online. Once you’ve logged in, you will go directly to the contribution page.
  2. Select “Electronically from Your Bank Account.”
  3. Enter the contribution amount.
  4. Select “One Time Contribution.”
  5. Select the bank account.
  6. Select “Next.”
  7. Verify all contribution information is correct.
  8. Select “Submit” and you’re done.

  How to set up Bill Pay with your bank

  Simplify regular contributions to your 529 account with the click of a button on the Bill Pay option using your own bank. Pay privately, securely and reliably. Save time and stay efficient by using your bank’s Bill Pay feature.

  To set up your Bill Pay online with your bank, please use the following information:

  • Name of Payee: MNSAVES
    PO Box 219455
    Kansas City, MO 64121-9455
  • Complete the memo line: Include the 11-digit account number.
  • Recurring Payments: Some online Bill Pay services offer recurring (automatic) payments. Check with your bank on this option.

  How to make payment contributions by personal check, teller’s check or cashier’s check

  With MNSAVES, you get more ways to pay. Following your minimum initial $25 dollar contribution, you can make an additional one-time contribution using a personal check, teller’s check or cashier’s check.

  How to do it online

  1. Log in to your account online. Once you’ve logged in, you will go directly to the Contribution page.
  2. Select “Mail a check” and click “Next.”
  3. Click “Get Form.”
  4. Click “Print Form.”
  5. Make the check payable to Minnesota College Savings Plan.
  6. Write your account number on the check in the memo line.
  7. Mail in the check and printed form.

  What you’ll need to do it by mail

  To make this payment, you’ll need:

  • Your MNSAVES account number
  • Account owner name
  • Beneficiary name
  • A printed copy of the Additional Contribution Form

  How to do it by mail

  1. Download and complete the form.
  2. Be sure to verify that your account information is correct.
  3. Select the source of funds.
  4. Enter the amount, and for an Indirect Rollover, the Principal and Earnings.
  5. Make the check payable to Minnesota College Savings Plan.
  6. Mail the completed form and you’re done!

  Where to mail forms

  • Standard Delivery
    Minnesota College Savings Plan (MNSAVES)
    PO Box 219455
    Kansas City, MO 64121-9455
  • Overnight Delivery Only
    Minnesota College Savings Plan (MNSAVES)
    1001 E 101 st Terrace, Suite 200
    Kansas City, MO 64131

  The Minnesota 529 College Savings Plan (MNSAVES) cannot accept cash contributions, starter checks, traveler’s checks, money orders, credit cards, convenience checks and some other forms of payment.

  Withdrawals & expenses

  How to determine if an expense is a qualified withdrawal

  Only the account owner may make a withdrawal. You can request a withdrawal by mail, by phone or from the Plan’s website. You can pay the institution, send it directly to the beneficiary or reimburse yourself. Be sure to keep all receipts to substantiate qualification.

  Type of withdrawals:

  • Qualified Withdrawals: These are untaxed and include any withdrawals that will be used to cover qualified higher education expenses for the student at an eligible educational institution. The student must be enrolled for at least half-time for room and board expenses. Qualified higher education expenses also include tuition expenses of up to $10,000 per year per beneficiary in connection with enrollment and attendance at an elementary or secondary public, private or religious school, student loan repayment up to $10,000 per beneficiary and expenses for apprenticeships. 1
  • Taxable Withdrawals: The earnings portion of this type of withdrawal is subject to federal and state tax but does not include the additional federal 10% tax. Say your child receives a full or partial scholarship or attends a military academy, you can withdraw certain amounts from your 529 account that will not be used for qualified higher education expenses, and those amounts will be subject to tax on the earnings portion of the withdrawal but will not be subject to the additional federal 10% tax.
  • Non-Qualified Withdrawals: The earnings portion of this type of withdrawal will be subject to tax, including the additional 10% federal tax. Examples might include using the money for a car, vacation or home improvement. But even if you urgently need to pay a medical bill and withdraw money from your 529 plan as a last resort, that withdrawal would still be subject to tax, including the additional 10% federal tax.

  Footnotes

  1. 1 Withdrawals for tuition expenses at a public, private or religious elementary, middle or high school, registered apprenticeship programs and student loans can be withdrawn free from federal taxes. For Minnesota taxpayers, these withdrawals are subject to recapture of tax deduction, state income tax as well as penalties. You should talk to a qualified professional about how tax provisions affect your circumstances.

  How to make a withdrawal from your MNSAVES account

  Are you getting ready to withdraw funds for the first time? If so, you’ll find you can make a withdrawal online or by mail. Here are a few other points to consider. Withdrawals fall into three categories: qualified, taxable and non-qualified. Only qualified withdrawals may be made without federal income tax or penalties.

  What you’ll need for an online withdrawal

  If you haven’t already set up an account to receive the funds, for either yourself or the beneficiary, you will need to update your account information with the following details:

  • Checking or savings account number
  • Bank routing number
  • Name as it appears on the account
  • Bank’s name

  Without an active, up-to-date account, you may only receive the funds through a check. You’ll also need to wait eight days after the receipt of a contribution before you can withdraw the funds from your account.

  Here are some other important things to consider:

  • If you change your mailing address, you won’t be able to make a withdrawal for 20 business days
  • If you change banking information, you won’t be able to make a withdrawal for 30 days
  • If you add a new bank account, you won’t be able to make a withdrawal for 30 days
  • If you transfer the account to a new owner, no withdrawals may be made for 30 days

  Additional requirements may apply to requests of $100,000 or more.

  How to do it online

  1. Log in to your account online. Once you’ve logged in, you will go directly to the “Withdrawal” page.
  2. Select the type of withdrawal:
     1. Qualified withdrawal for college/university expenses
     2. Withdrawal for K-12 tuition expenses
     3. Withdrawal for Student Loan expenses
     4. Withdrawal for Apprenticeship expenses
     5. Non-qualified withdrawal
     1. Directly to the college or school – Select the state where the school is located and the school, and if the funds should be sent via electronic payment or by check
        • If electronic payment: Verify or enter the mobile phone number to receive text updates, or opt-out of receiving text updates
        • If check: Select the delivery speed, enter the college name and address, and type the student ID in the check memo field
     2. Owner – Select bank account and certify, or if by check, select the delivery speed and complete the check memo
     3. Beneficiary – Select bank account and certify, or if by check, select the delivery speed and complete the check memo

     What you’ll need to make a withdrawal by mail

     A printed copy of the Withdrawal Request Form. If you wish to withdraw funds by Automated Clearing House (ACH) to an Account Owner’s bank account (already on file), you will need to provide the bank name and account number.

     How to do it by mail

     • Download and complete the Withdrawal Request Form.
     • Be sure to verify your account owner and beneficiary information entered is correct.
     • Select/enter the Withdrawal Details.
     • Select the Delivery Method, if applicable.
     • Select/enter the Amount of Withdrawal. For Partial Fund Specific, enter the Investment Options you want to withdraw the funds from, and enter an amount or select Total Balance.
     • Sign, date and mail the completed form and you’re done.

     Where to mail forms

     • Standard Delivery
       Minnesota College Savings Plan (MNSAVES)
       PO Box 219455
       Kansas City, MO 64121-9455
     • Overnight Delivery Only
       Minnesota College Savings Plan (MNSAVES)
       1001 E 101 st Terrace, Suite 200
       Kansas City, MO 64131

     The Minnesota 529 College Savings Plan (MNSAVES) cannot accept cash contributions, starter checks, traveler’s checks, money orders, credit cards, convenience checks and some other forms of payment.

     Managing your account

     How to review account statements, activity online and tax reports

     With MNSAVES, log in to view account statements and recent activity online at any time … or grab important documents like tax reports. It’s all as simple as logging in.

     How to do it

     1. Log in to your account online.
     2. Once you’ve logged in, you will go directly to the “Statements, Confirms & Tax Forms” page.
     3. You can search by year, beneficiary and document type.
     4. Click on a document link to view or print it.

     Additional information

     If you take a withdrawal from your MNSAVES sometime during the tax season, you will likely receive a 1099-Q for any withdrawals made the previous year. This tax document includes the total of all withdrawals you make during a given year and may be taxable depending on the withdrawal type.

     When a withdrawal is:

     Payable to the Account Owner – the Account Owner will be the tax responsible party who will receive the IRS Form 1099-Q.

     Payable to the Designated Beneficiary – the Beneficiary will be the tax responsible party who will receive the IRS Form 1099-Q.

     Payable to an eligible college or university, or secondary public, private or religious school – the Beneficiary will be the tax responsible party who will receive the IRS Form 1099-Q.

     Taken as an Indirect Rollover – the Account Owner will be the tax responsible party who will receive the IRS Form 1099-Q.

     1099-Qs are sent to the responsible parties above dependent on delivery preference by January 31 of the year following that in which the withdrawal was done (e.g., if a withdrawal takes place in 2023, the 1099-Q would be generated and be delivered on or before January 31, 2024).

     How to transfer account ownership

     At some point, you may find you want to transfer ownership of your account to another individual or entity eligible to be an Account Owner. You can make this transfer by submitting the appropriate Plan form. This in effect opens a new account for the beneficiary with the new owner. It’s important to note, depending upon who the new owner is in relation to the beneficiary, taking this action can have various tax implications.

     What you’ll need

     To complete this process, you do not need to change the beneficiary if you transfer account ownership, but you’ll need:

     • Your MNSAVES current account information
     • The new owner’s name, SSN, address and contact information
     • A printed copy of the Transfer Form

     How to do it by mail

     1. Download and complete the Transfer Form.
     2. Be sure to verify that your account information is correct.
     3. Include the new account owner’s information.
     4. Select the investment options you wish to transfer, including the amounts.
     5. Mail the completed form.

     Additional information

     A transfer of the ownership of an account will be effective only if the assignment is irrevocable and transfers all rights, title and interest in the Account.

     Where to mail forms

     • Standard Delivery
       Minnesota College Savings Plan (MNSAVES)
       PO Box 219455
       Kansas City, MO 64121-9455
     • Overnight Delivery Only
       Minnesota College Savings Plan (MNSAVES)
       1001 E 101 st Terrace, Suite 200
       Kansas City, MO 64131

     The Minnesota 529 College Savings Plan (MNSAVES) cannot accept cash contributions, starter checks, traveler’s checks, money orders, credit cards, convenience checks and some other forms of payment.

     How to update account information

     Over the lifetime of your account, you’ll probably need to change contact information, bank instructions, notifications, password and security questions online.

     How to do it online

     1. Log in to your online account.
     2. On the Profile page, you’ll find options for changing:
        1. Account Owner contact information and email address
        2. Bank information
        3. Payroll direct deposit
        4. Account notification preferences (mail or eDelivery)
        5. Password and security features
        6. Beneficiary contact information
        7. Successor owner
        8. Authorized agents/Interested parties/Trusted contacts

        How to update successor account owner information

        Depending upon when you open your MNSAVES account, you will likely have it for years, even decades. If you didn't add a successor account owner when your account was opened, you may want to designate one in the event of your death or change the existing successor owner as your life situation changes. For instance, say you’re a parent who put your child through school and now they’re starting a family of their own. If there are funds remaining, you may designate your child as the successor owner to use for their family.

        What you’ll need

        If adding or removing a successor account owner, you’ll need:

        • The successor account owner's full name, date of birth and SSN
        • A printed copy of the Profile Change Form (if updating by mail)

        How to do it online

        1. Log in to your online account.
        2. On the Profile page, click on “Successors.”
        3. Enter your new information in the related fields and complete any additional instructions.
        4. Submit all changes to complete your account updates.

        How to do it by mail

        1. Download and complete the Profile Change Form.
        2. Be sure to verify that your account information is correct.
        3. Update the relevant owner, successor owner or beneficiary information.
        4. If required, include a Medallion signature guarantee before submitting the form.
        5. Mail the completed form.

        Where to mail forms

        • Standard Delivery
          Minnesota College Savings Plan (MNSAVES)
          PO Box 219455
          Kansas City, MO 64121-9455
        • Overnight Delivery Only
          Minnesota College Savings Plan (MNSAVES)
          1001 E 101 st Terrace, Suite 200
          Kansas City, MO 64131

        The Minnesota 529 College Savings Plan (MNSAVES) cannot accept cash contributions, starter checks, traveler’s checks, money orders, credit cards, convenience checks and some other forms of payment.

        How to add a beneficiary

        If you wish to add a MNSAVES account for an additional beneficiary, it’s as simple and straightforward as opening your first account. You can complete the process online.

        What you’ll need

        Before adding a new account for a new beneficiary, you’ll need:

        • The new beneficiary’s name, date of birth and SSN
        • Their home address and contact info

        How to do it online

        1. Log in to your account then select the “Enroll” link.
        2. Select the type of account (Individual or UGMA/UTMA).
        3. Enter the new beneficiary’s info, including name, date of birth, SSN and address (if different from yours).
        4. Select the preferred investment options and funding choices.
        5. Submit all changes to complete your account updates.

        How to change beneficiaries

        After opening an account, you may still designate a new beneficiary without penalty, so long as it’s an eligible family member of the former beneficiary.

        What you’ll need

        • Your MNSAVES current account information
        • The new beneficiary’s name, SSN, address and contact information
        • A printed copy of the Transfer Form

        How to do it by mail

        1. Download and complete the Transfer Form.
        2. Be sure to verify that your account information is correct.
        3. Include the new beneficiary’s full information.
        4. Select the investment options you wish to transfer, including the amounts.
        5. Mail the completed form.

        Where to mail forms

        • Standard Delivery
          Minnesota College Savings Plan (MNSAVES)
          PO Box 219455
          Kansas City, MO 64121-9455
        • Overnight Delivery Only
          Minnesota College Savings Plan (MNSAVES)
          1001 E 101 st Terrace, Suite 200
          Kansas City, MO 64131

        The Minnesota 529 College Savings Plan (MNSAVES) cannot accept cash contributions, starter checks, traveler’s checks, credit cards, convenience checks and some other forms of payment.

        Managing your investments

        How to change investment strategy for previously contributed funds

        While there are Enrollment Year Options that offer a simple, all-in-one option, you may be using another investment choice or find you want to change investment options anyway.

        Twice per calendar year, you may opt to redistribute existing funds among your various investment options. You can manage this online.

        How to do it online

        1. Log in to your account online, then select the account you’d like to update.
        2. Select “Change Investment Options” and then “Continue” in the “Exchange Now” section of your account profile.
        3. Update the percentages for your new asset allocation according to your preferred investment options.
        4. Select if you would like to update your Allocations for Future Contributions to these new asset allocation percentages. Click “Next,” then verify the exchange information.
        5. Submit all changes to complete your account updates.

        How to change the investment strategy for future contributions

        Though you can only rebalance existing investments twice per year, you can direct new contributions to different investments by changing your allocations for future contributions any time.

        How to do it online

        1. Log in to your account online, then select the account you’d like to update.
        2. Click “Change Investment Options.”
        3. Scroll down to “Your Current Investment Options” to review your current allocations for future contributions.
        4. Click “Continue” in the Allocations for Future Contributions section.
        5. Enter New Instruction percentages for each investment option you want to make future contributions to and click “Next.”
        6. Verify your current and new allocations for future contributions information.
        7. Submit all changes to complete your account updates.

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        For more information about the Minnesota College Savings Plan, call 1-877-338-4646 or click here for a Plan Description which includes investment objectives, risks, charges, expenses, and other important information. Read and consider it carefully before investing.

        Please Note: Before you invest, consider whether your or the beneficiary’s home state offers any state tax or other state benefits such as financial aid, scholarship funds, and protection from creditors that are only available for investments in that state’s qualified tuition program. You should also consult your legal or tax professional for tax advice based on your own circumstances. Investments in the plan are neither insured nor guaranteed and there is the risk of investment loss.

        If the funds aren’t used for qualified higher education expenses, a 10% penalty tax on earnings (as well as federal and state income taxes) may apply.

        The Minnesota College Savings Plan is offered by the State of Minnesota. TIAA-CREF Tuition Financing, Inc. (TFI), program manager. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC, Member FINRA, distributor and underwriter for the Minnesota College Savings Plan.

        The Plan Web site contains links to other Web sites. Neither the Plan nor TFI and its affiliates are responsible for the content of those other Web sites. The accuracy of information on those sites cannot be confirmed.

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