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Visa Types Explained: From Temporary Stay to Permanent U.S. Residency

For many international students, professionals, entrepreneurs, and families, arriving in the United States marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter. However, the path to staying in the U.S. long-term is often uncertain. The American visa system provides several temporary...
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Exploring the Advantages of U.S. Residency via EB-5

The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program has long stood as one of the most compelling avenues for foreign nationals seeking U.S. residency and the opportunity to invest in the world’s largest and most dynamic economy. Established by the Immigration Act of...
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Understanding TEA, Non-TEA, and Reserved Visa Categories in the EB-5 Program

Navigating the EB-5 investment landscape involves understanding key categories such as Targeted Employment Areas (TEAs), non-TEAs, Reserved visas, and I-956F Approved Projects. This knowledge is essential for investors looking to make informed decisions that align with their goals of achieving...
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Aging Out: Key Considerations for EB-5 Investors and Their Families

The EB-5 visa program allows the primary investor along with their spouse and any unmarried children under 21 to apply for permanent residency in the U.S. This investment-based route is popular among foreign nationals seeking U.S. residency but introduces specific...
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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...
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The EB-5 Visa: the Fast Green Card for H-1B Visa Holders

Employment (EAD) & Travel (AP) permits in as little as 60 days. Green Card approval in 4 months with approved Rural project & Priority Processing For highly skilled workers on an H-1B visa, transitioning to an EB-5 visa could quickly...
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The Crucial Role of Low Sunk Financing Costs in EB-5 Repayments

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mDU1b6JkVM8 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....
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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...
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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....
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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...
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Navigating Immigration Risks: Essential Diligence Steps

At Houston EB5, we understand the significance of due diligence in EB-5 projects. Through our sister development firm, DC Partners, we carefully select projects that have met our strict underwriting requirements. We’re so confident in our EB-5 projects that we...
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EB 5 Visa Program Updates and Future Changes: What to Expect

In 2022, the RIA, the Reform and Integrity Act, introduced regulatory changes to the EB 5 Program designed to improve transparency and protect investors. They also protect developers and administrators. A key brought by the bill is the reauthorization of...
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Program Update: Key Information on EB-5 Fund Administrators

The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program grants permanent residency to foreign investors that create 10 jobs through a minimum investment of $800,000. Therefore, the most important thing to show the USCIS to get a Green Card is that investment funds are...
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Adjustment of Visa Status

The entire visa process can be lengthy and complicated. There are several types of visas that you may be looking to apply for. At Houston EB5, we can go through the process with you. We can assist you in understanding...
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Regional Center Program Expired – Only Direct EB-5 Investment Now

The EB-5 Regional Center program lapsed on June 30, 2021 because U.S. Congress did not approve an extension of the program before that date and is on recess until July 9. It is unknown how long this will last but...
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Redeployment: A Lurking Risk to Your EB-5 Investment Funds?

What Redeployment Is and How to Mitigate Unforeseen Risk to Your EB5 Investment At Houston EB5, our immigration investment clients frequently ask us what “redeployment” is in relation to the EB-5 program. Originally only a problem for applicants from countries...
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5 False Claims About the EB-5 Program – Demystified

As the fastest growing regional center in Texas with nearly a billion dollars of projects under its belt, Houston EB5 is not only able to demystify wrong information about why EB-5 has such a bad reputation but explain what makes...
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EB 5 Program Raises U.S. Immigrant Investor Requirement to $900,000 in Q4

Come end of the year, and the popular EB 5 immigrant investor visa program will almost get doubly expensive. From November 21st, 2019, foreign investors looking to gain permanent residency will need to shell out a minimum of $900,000 to...
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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...
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The Fastest, Best Path to Secure US Permanent Residency

The United States immigration law provides several paths for foreign workers to enter the country on a temporary or permanent basis based on their employable skills. EB5 is one of them. Some of these visa classifications, such as the H-1B...
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