While a similar program (SMART529 WV Direct) is available to West Virginia residents on a direct basis, this advisor-sold version is available nationally. The Hartford SMART529 program features a menu of age-based, static, and individual portfolio options utilizing Hartford Funds, two iShares (BlackRock) funds, one MFS fund, and a stable value portfolio managed by Invesco. Accounts can be linked to the Upromise rewards service. To find a financial advisor in your area, use the Directory of Financial Professionals.

  • Program type
    Savings
  • Inception
    2002
  • State agency
    State Treasurer's Office under the authority of the West Virginia College and Jumpstart Savings Programs Board of Trustees
  • Tax deduction
  • Program Manager
    Hartford Funds Management Company, LLC.
  • Program distributor
    Hartford Funds Distributors, LLC

SMART529 Growth Portfolio

Asset Allocation

Asset Class% AssetsCategory Avg.
US Stock66.5%70.25%
Foreign Stock15.5%24.69%
Real Estate0%4.46%
Bond18%0.55%
Short Term Bond0%0%
Cash/MM0%0.01%

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Total Expense Ratio

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Assumptions

Data in "Growth of $10,000" is based on historical annual performance data.

Data as of 06/30/2024.

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