Colin Behring
Comparing EB-5 Investment Funding Options
Comparing EB-5 Funding Options The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program is a popular pathway to U.S. residency for foreign investors. However, the minimum investment requirement of $800,000 can be a significant financial commitment. This article explores various EB-5 funding options, including all cash, partial investment or installments, unsecured loans, self-directed IRAs or retirement accounts, home equity …
Loan vs Self-Directed IRA for EB-5 Investments: Understanding Your EB-5 Funding Options
Navigating the Risks and Realities of EB-5 Blind Investing
1031 Exchanges and Incompatibility with EB-5 Investments
EB-5 Rural Project Reality: When is a Backlog Formed Vs. Announced?
In the complex world of EB-5 investments, understanding when a backlog is actually formed versus when it is officially announced is crucial, especially for investors from high-demand countries like China and India. The allure of rural projects and their supposed priority processing, and loose association to being key to a “speedy greencard” often blindsides investors …
Strategic Actions for the EB-5 Industry to Compel USCIS Efficiency and Maximize Visa Carryovers
In the EB-5 investor industry, efficiently utilizing carryover visas from other EB categories is crucial. However, USCIS processing delays and bureaucratic inefficiencies often hinder this efficiency. This article proposes a structured approach starting with direct engagement with USCIS, followed by public advocacy, and considering litigation as the final step to ensure these valuable carryover visas …
Strategies for EB-5 Visa Retrogression: A Guide for High-Demand Country Investors with a Focus on Concurrent Filing
For EB-5 investors from countries like China and India, navigating the challenges of visa retrogression is critical. Retrogression occurs when the demand for EB-5 visas outstrips the supply, leading to longer wait times. Understanding the factors that can mitigate retrogression and exploring indirect mitigation strategies, such as concurrent filing, is essential for investors from high-demand …