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 […]
Does an EB-5 Corporate Repayment Guarantee have real teeth?
Seven Key Takeaways to Best Protect Your EB-5 Investment. Houston EB5 would like to encourage you to be aware of misleading promises that increase the risk of your EB-5 visa. Repayment guarantees on EB-5 loans is a hot topic that can come under the USCIS cross-hairs at any moment. Immigration policy and USCIS regulations are changing constantly. […]
Can investors expect EB5 capital return in 2 Years?
Unpacking the USCIS EB-5 Guidance 2023 on EB-5 Sustainment Period changes. At Houston EB5 we know that clear EB5 insights and unbiased information on EB5 news is crucial for one’s EB-5 due diligence. As a team of immigrants, we prioritize nothing more than transparency. This has helped hundreds of our EB-5 investors get their Green […]
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 […]
The Impact of Targeted Employment Areas on Your EB-5 Journey
Targeted Employment Areas (TEA) hold a significant role in the EB-5 process, offering investors several advantages, including a reduced minimum investment requirement of $800,000 compared to the standard $1,050,000. These advantages are rooted in the core principles of the EB-5 program, which is designed to stimulate economic growth and job creation. The program’s sponsors aimed […]
Navigating EB-5 Processing Times in 2023: What to Expect
When selecting a visa pathway, understanding the timeline for approval can be a pivotal factor. The landscape of EB-5 processing time in 2023 has shifted significantly in recent years, impacting both investors and immigration attorneys. We’ll explore the new processing times and how the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act (RIA) has introduced priority processing for rural projects. […]
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 […]
USCIS getting to EB-5 Rural I-526E Petitions Approvals in 4 Months
The EB-5 program has seen significant progress with numerous I-526E petitions for rural projects gaining approval in just six months. Some projects have even achieved this milestone in as little as 4.5 months. Houston EB5 is your source for updated information on expedited processing times and industry news. We invite you to learn more about […]
Key Insights into EB-5 Processing Times: Why now is the best time for investors to apply
From the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic to as of recent, the EB-5 industry has seen a sharp increase in processing times. According to the latest data released by United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), the average standard I-526 processing time is 46 months. This has understandably deterred potential investors and made immigration attorneys […]
Ways to Mitigate Risk with Rural Projects
The landscape of EB-5 projects is undergoing a shift, with a growing interest in rural EB-5 projects due to upcoming retrogression in the high-unemployment TEA category. As investors from high-demand countries like India and China explore new opportunities, those from lower volume countries are also recognizing the advantages of rural EB-5 projects, including a faster […]