How to Utilize Rental Income for EB-5 Investments All EB-5 investment funds must be traced with thorough documentation proving they were lawfully obtained. This is critical to obtain approval of your EB-5 application. The source of funds can vary widely, from income savings, business profits, and sale of assets to gifts and inheritances. Each source...
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Job creation is central to the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program because it aligns with the US government’s goal of stimulating economic growth through foreign investment. The program requires each EB-5 investment to result in the creation of at least ten full-time jobs for US citizens or green card holders within a minimum two-year timeframe. Part-time...
Using proceeds from a property sale is a viable strategy for meeting the EB-5 investment requirements. Here’s how investors can leverage this method: Property Valuation and Sale: Obtain a professional and accurate appraisal of the property to determine the market value of the property Engage with a real estate professional to list and sell the...
Since the passage of the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act in March 2022, EB-5 investors are allowed to file Form I-485 (Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status) concurrently with Form I-526 or I-526E, provided a visa would be immediately available to them upon petition approval. This means that if the investor’s priority date...
Upon approval of Form I-526 or I-526E, EB-5 investors are granted a conditional green card that is valid for two years. To transition from a conditional green card to a permanent green card, investors must go through the removal of conditions phase, which involves filing Form I-829. Adjudication Process Form I-829, Petition by Investor to...
One of the key challenges for EB-5 investors is identifying investment funds. Many focus on personal earned income, gifts, or loans; however, another viable option is to use profits from an existing business the investor owns. EB-5 Investment Requirements Investors must invest $800,000 or $1.05 million, depending on whether the project is in a Targeted...
There are various visa options for foreign nationals, each tailored to a specific purpose. The B1/B2 visa is commonly used for short-term business and tourist visits to the US, while the EB-5 visa provides a pathway to permanent residency through a qualifying investment. If you are currently in the US on a B visa and...
Foreign investors can either invest through a USCIS-designated regional center or make a direct investment in an EB-5 project. What is a regional center? Regional centers are privately owned economic entities designated by USCIS to promote economic growth within the United States and through the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program. Regional centers facilitate EB-5 investments by...