Why EB-5 Is a Superior Alternative to the H-1B Lottery for International Graduates
For international students pursuing a career in the United States, the path from graduation to long-term residency is often filled with uncertainty. Most rely on temporary work authorization through Optional Practical Training (OPT) and hope to secure sponsorship through the H-1B visa lottery — a process plagued by high demand, low approval odds, and employer-dependent […]
Understanding Redeployment After I-829 Filing: The Overlooked Risk for EB-5 Investors in 2025
The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program allows foreign investors to obtain U.S. permanent residency by investing in businesses that create jobs for American workers. Investors must place their funds into a U.S.-based commercial enterprise that qualifies under the program’s standards. This pathway offers not only immigration benefits but also the potential for financial return. While most […]
The EB-5 Visa Process Explained (2025 Guide)
The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program provides a path to U.S. permanent residency for eligible foreign investors. While each applicant’s journey is unique, the process follows a clear structure governed by U.S. immigration law. This guide outlines the steps in the EB-5 process as of 2025, including typical timelines and key requirements. EB-5 Process for Investors […]
Latest USCIS FOIA Data Confirms our Reserved EB-5 Visa Predictions
High Unemployment TEA Retrogression Looming with I-526E Petitions in Pipeline Rural Set Asides: Visa Supply Greater than Apr 2022 – Oct 2023 Demand In October 2023, Houston EB5 was among the first in the EB-5 industry to present a detailed Visa Availability Analysis of the Reserved Visa Set Asides mandated by the “EB-5 Reform and […]
Why We’re Optimistic about the Future of EB-5 Processing Times
Written By Suzanne Lazicki Suzanne Lazicki Suzanne Lazicki is the founder of Lucid Professional Writing, specializing in EB-5 business plans and immigration consulting. Holding an MBA and a summa cum laude B.A. in English, she is a respected author and expert, recognized as one of the top business plan writers in the EB-5 industry EB-5 […]
The Crucial Role of Low Sunk Financing Costs in EB-5 Repayments
Introduction: Choosing the right EB-5 project is paramount to minimizing risks and ensuring a timely repayment of investments. One key factor that should play a pivotal role in this process is the evaluation of a project’s sunk financing costs. In this blog post, we’ll explore what sunk financing costs are, why they matter in real […]
Replacing Debt with EB-5 Capital, how far back can you go?
Navigating through the EB-5 Bridge Financing Maze. ** Replacing Debt for EB-5 capital in Construction Loans? How far back is it safe to replace bridge capital? At Houston EB5, our goal is to always inform potential EB-5 investors in the clearest way possible. As a team of immigrants, we want you to have a successful […]
Estimating Visa Availability Per EB-5 Category
Are we playing musical chairs again? Houston EB5 would like to share valuable EB-5 Visa availability information from the US Department of State (DOS). The data was recently provided to IIUSA, the premiere industry association of Regional Centers, by Dr. Michael Hanley, a Data Scientist from the DOS Immigrant Visa Control and Reporting Division. In […]
Targeted Employment Area Analysis
The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program has become a popular pathway for foreign investors seeking permanent residency in the United States. The program allows applicants to invest $800,000 or $1,050,000 in a qualifying EB-5 project and apply for a green card. Targeted Employment Areas, or TEAs, are specially designated geographical areas helped by EB-5 investment projects […]
Regional Center Due Diligence
The EB-5 immigrant investor program allows foreign investors to apply for and receive permanent residency in the United States by investing in job-creating projects within the country. Investors can either invest in a direct EB-5 project or through a regional center. EB-5 regional centers are entities approved by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, […]