How it Works

Opening an account

You can set up an ABLE account in as little as 10 minutes. We’ll ask for some information about the beneficiary, the qualifying disability, and how the ABLE account will be funded. To complete the setup, you’ll customize your account and make decisions about the money added.

You can save money in a cash option and/or invest money. The choice is up to you. There’s a $25 minimum deposit to get your account started and a $10 minimum for any contribution or withdrawal after that.

Why a cash option?

If you’d rather be a “saver” than an “investor,” we offer a conservative cash option for saving. This could be a good option if you plan on spending money from your account in the near future. The cash option protects your balance by putting all of your assets into an FDIC-insured account with a low level of risk, but also a lower level of returns.

Picking an investment option

There are three types of financial portfolios to pick from: ABLE Conservative, ABLE Moderate, or ABLE Aggressive. Each investment option has its own benefits and limitations. It’s up to you to decide which one is right for you.

For more detailed information on the investment options please see the Plan Disclosure Booklet.

You can also check out the Performance History of these investment options.

Adding money

With the online platform powered by Vestwell State Savings, LLC, dba Sumday Administration, the whole process of adding money is simple and intuitive. Your bank account is securely connected to the ABLE account to protect your information when making transfers. You can add money whenever you want, as little as $10 at a time, or set up automatic monthly transfers to help you reach the $18,000 maximum contribution limit each year. Friends and family can also add to an account by making gift contributions.

Direct deposits

Users can contribute to their accounts using fast, secure direct deposits from either the Social Security Administration or their paycheck.

Complete the setup process in three simple steps:

1. Log in to your ABLE account and click on “Direct Deposit” on the Total Balance tile. Or, once logged in, go to “Transfers > Direct Deposit.”

2. Enter your information and retrieve your unique direct deposit details, including your routing and account number.

3. Complete the process by:

a) Federal Benefit Direct Deposit: Updating your direct deposit details with the SSA. If you are receiving SSI benefits, you will need to update your direct deposit details by phone at +1 800-772-1213 (for TTY call +1 800-325-0778) or by visiting your local Social Security Administration office.

OR

b) Payroll Direct Deposit: Providing your employer with the direct deposit details, the same as you would with your own checking or savings account

Using your account

You can withdraw a minimum of $10 online from your ABLE account to your bank account.

Fees

There’s a low annual fee of $35 for each Oregon ABLE Savings Plan to keep everything running smoothly. There are also low fees on the underlying mutual funds, which are a part of each of the investment options, and a state administrative fee. These add up to between 0.30% and 0.34% of the account’s balance per year. Additional fees are added when you opt out of electronic statements or request a withdrawal check, instead of doing everything online. You can check them out in our Fees FAQ.