U.S. business owners seeking alternative, nontraditional ways to fund a new business or expand an existing business may want to consider seeking foreign investment capital through the EB-5 program. Investors from foreign countries seeking entrée to the United States are motivated and often have liquid...
No matter what happens at the end of April with the Regional Center Program facing expiration and an uncertain future, one thing is clear: Navigating the EB-5 process is challenging and time-consuming. The stakes are high – there is no room for error at any...
Since its inception in 1993 as an outgrowth of the EB-5 program first introduced in 1990, the EB-5 Regional Center Pilot Program has been a productive tool for foreign nationals seeking to immigrate to the United States through passive investment as well for U.S. business...
The United States continues to be one of the most desirable countries in which to invest in a new business or seek employment to obtain a green card.[1] Immigrants who invest in an existing business, start a new business or are transferred to a U.S....
Foreign investment into the United States economy continues to hold appeal for many wealthy immigrants. Those immigrants wishing to relocate and establish their life in the United States, as well as contribute to the economy of the United States through their capital investments, may consider...
One of the first questions that potential EB-5 applicants ask is: "How much do I need to invest in order to qualify for an EB-5 visa?” While the answer to this question is quite simple, it is often shrouded in confusion. In this article, we...
Navigating the complex EB-5 process can be challenging and time-consuming. Assembling the right team of experts – including attorneys, analysts, researchers, economists, and business plan writers – can make all the difference to Regional Centers, project developers, business owners, franchisors, and investors alike. The industry...
The worlds of immigration law and international business are buzzing over the Obama administration’s recently proposed “Startup Rule”, which was designed to give foreign-born business owners a new option to stay and expand their business ventures in the U.S. The International Entrepreneur Rule does not...
Foreign nationals trying to immigrate to the U.S., hoping to invest in a business opportunity, or to establish a new business or a branch of an existing business in the U.S. face a daunting process that starts with deciding which business visa is right for...
Back in March, 2016, we announced the launch of our new animated explainer video, “The EB-5 Process Explained.” Conveniently located on our home page, the video guides viewers through the complex EB-5 process in an entertaining and easy-to-understand format. In response to popular demand, we have now translated the...