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- About ABLE
- Account Management
- Additional Tax Benefits and Penalties
- ALR
- Banking and Investments
- Contributions and Withdrawals
- Eligibility
- Getting Started with ABLE
- Gifting
- Prepaid Card
- Recurring Contributions
- Rollover
- Successors and Estates
- Tax Credit
- Can I open a new Hawai’i ABLE Savings Program account if my previous ABLE for ALL Savings Plan was closed?
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Yes, simply log in to your closed account using your previously established email and password, then find the “Create new account” link to get started.
- How do I set up direct deposits?
- You can contribute to your Hawai'i ABLE account using fast, secure direct deposits from either the Social Security Administration or your paycheck. Complete the setup process in three simple steps: Log in to your Hawai'i ABLE account and click on “Payroll direct deposit” on the Total Balance... Read more
- Can I enroll and manage a Hawai'i ABLE account with a paper form?
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The easiest and fastest way to open a Hawai'i ABLE account is online. If you want to use paper forms for enrollment or managing your account, please visit our Forms page.
- Can I connect more than one bank account to a Hawai'i ABLE account?
- Yes, you can connect more than one bank account to your Hawai'i ABLE account, as well as multiple types of bank accounts. You can have both savings and checking accounts linked to your account at one time, but you will need to go through the process of connecting each account individually. The... Read more
- How do I connect more than one bank account to a Hawai'i ABLE account?
- Adding an additional bank account is simple. Once you’re logged in to your Hawai'i ABLE account dashboard, find the “Accounts” section in your profile and click on “Add a new bank account.” Follow the steps to connect a new bank account associated with either the name of the beneficiary or the... Read more
- Do I use the same login information if I have multiple Hawai'i ABLE ABLE accounts?
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Yes, you have only one username (email) and password to log in to all the ABLE accounts you manage for either yourself or your beneficiaries.
- Can I give other individuals access to my account?
- Only you, the Hawai'i ABLE account owner, should access your account online with your email and password. For security reasons, you should not share your login information with anyone unless they are your Authorized Legal Representative (ALR). If you want to change the ALR for your account, give us... Read more
- Is there a minimum amount to open an account?
- There is a $25 minimum deposit to open a Hawai'i ABLE account. After that, you can add as little as $5 at a time. You can save money in a cash option, invest, or both. The choice is up to you. If you decide to make an investment, at least 10% of your total funds need to be invested in one of the... Read more
- What information is needed to sign up for a Hawai'i ABLE account?
- To open a Hawai'i ABLE Savings Plan account, you'll need to provide some basic information as the account holder, including: Full name Contact information Date of birth Social Security number or tax ID To finish setting up your account, you will be asked to: Connect a bank account Choose your... Read more
- How do I open a Hawai'i ABLE account?
- The easiest way to create a Hawai'i ABLE Savings Plan account is to do so through our secure online portal. You’ll need about 15 minutes and $25 to get started. You (or your Authorized Legal Representative) will need to provide some basic information, including your full name, contact information,... Read more