Smart Start

Start life as a new parent saving for their future.

Having a baby is exciting—and a little scary. Smart planning can help you deal with the day-to-day costs and help your family achieve their college savings goals.

It's not too early to begin investing in your newborn's future. Earn $50 when you open a Minnesota 529 College Savings Plan account for a baby born in 20232024 and set up recurring contributions of at least $25 or more for six months. Open the account using the promotion code listed in the official rulesofficial rules.

Visit the Smart Start $50 Promotion official rulesofficial rules for all the details. Void where prohibited or restricted by law. Promotion ends 12/31/202312/31/2024. Sponsored by the Minnesota 529 College Savings Plan. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC, Member FINRA, distributor and underwriter for the Minnesota 529 College Savings Plan.

Don't wait - get a leg up on your newborn's future today!

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