Jun 10, 2020 · If you’re considering buying an abandoned property, ask the neighbors for information about the house. Even if you’re sure a house is abandoned, you should avoid trespassing, since you could face legal repercussions. For more tips from our Real Estate co-author, including how to buy an abandoned property if you can’t find the owner, read on! Welcome. As State Treasurer, I serve Iowans in many ways. I act as the state's banker, invest Iowa’s money, coordinate bonding, return millions through the Great Iowa Treasure Hunt, help families save for higher education through the College Savings Iowa 529 plan, help people with disabilities and their families save for disability-related expenses through IAble and promote financial ...