Why Direct EB5 Investments Face Higher Denial Rates: What Investors Need to Know
The EB‑5 Immigrant Investor Program offers two distinct paths to U.S. permanent residency: direct EB‑5 investments and regional center investments. While both ultimately lead to a green card if executed properly, recent USCIS data reveals a widening gap in approval success—particularly when it comes to the removal of conditions via Form I‑829. At Houston EB5, […]
White Paper: Top 10 Qualifying Rural Area for EB-5 Investments
Discover the Top 10 Rural Areas for EB-5 Investments with solid data. Investors looking into rural projects for priority processing and the highest allocation of set-aside EB-5 visas may be risking their capital from lack of objective information. In contrast to widely available data on urban areas, rural information can be scarce. As rural projects […]
5 False Claims About the EB-5 Program – Demystified
Why Does EB-5 Have Such a Bad Reputation? On new construction projects in the United States – as well as new non-real estate investments – it has become common practice to generate partial funding from the EB-5 program. Since 2008, a total of $36.9 billion has been invested in the U.S. economy via EB-5. For […]
Is EB-5 Still Open? Potential EB-5 Investors Want to Know
Under the investment based EB5 Visa, dependent family members of the principal applicant are eligible for conditional green cards. For this purpose, dependent family members include spouse and unmarried children under the age of 21 years. Eventually, these family members can get a permanent resident status by filing an I-829 petition for the removal of […]
The Allen – The Best of Houston in One Place
The developer behind Houston’s most anticipated hotel and condo project, talks luxury, location and lifestyle. DC Partners CEO, Roberto Contreras shares why The Allen is changing the way Houstonians think about high rise living. From masterfully designed indoor and outdoor spaces, to luxury conveniences and modern technology, to a home fit for Fido, The Allen […]
Everything You Need To Know About Continuous Residency Requirements For US Citizenship
Getting a permanent US residence is no easy feat. Foreign nationals make a considerable investment to secure a green card and their future through the EB 5 visa program. After that, those applying for the EB 5 visa have to maintain lawful permanent residency (LPR) for a minimum of five years to be eligible for […]
What Happens If There’s an I-526 Denial?
The EB5 immigration visa is popular among foreign nationals looking to relocate to the United States. But, stringent regulations and recent changes in the EB 5 program have increased the plight of many investors leading to I-526 denials. The I-526 petition (filed by the immigration attorneys) demonstrates that the investor has filed, and is in […]
EB 5 Program to Provide Attractive Investments in High Unemployment and Rural Areas
As the final rule introduces stricter regulations governing the determination and designation of Targeted Employment Areas, a surge in EB5 visa program applications are expected. Prospective aspirants are now looking to beat the November 21st, 2019 deadline following which the minimum qualifying investment requirements for this program will almost double. The standard minimum investment requirement […]
Can I Take Out a Loan to Make My EB5 investment?
If you’re considering an EB5 investment, it’s likely that you have some questions. Generally the first question people ask us is regarding the initial EB5 investment. Thankfully, going through the EB-5 process is easy with Houston EB5 on your side. We can answer all of your questions and help you through each step, ensuring you […]
Can I use money gifted to me for an EB5 investment?
One of the most frequently asked questions from investors is “Can I use money gifted to me for an EB5 investment?” The answer is yes, you can; however, there are certain requirements this money must satisfy in order to qualify for EB 5 visa investment opportunities. Read on to learn more. Contact us today. EB-5 […]