#eb-5 process

Developers Considering & Starting EB-5 Double Feature

EB-5 Investment Voice is the only Podcast series that focuses on and the United States immigrant investor visa, EB-5 and foreign direct investment. Mona Shah, welcomes guests from the industry including Developers, Regional Center Operatives, Attorneys, Legislators, and Politicians.

In this podcast, Mona Shah interviews Mordechai Lipkis and Rob Donnelly – two experienced real estate developers in different stages of the EB-5 process.

How Will a Trump Presidency Affect Business Immigration?

As the dust settles on one of the most contentious elections in U.S. history, there is significant uncertainty in terms of what to expect moving forward as President-elect Trump transitions to the White House. We are hearing from clients and colleagues, and observing in social media and the press, questions and concerns about how changes to existing policies, and the implementation of new ones,…

e-Council Inc.: Your One-Stop EB-5 Concierge Shop

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 video into five languages: Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, French, and Chinese! This…

EB-5 Investment Opportunities: Spotlight on Manufacturing Industry

This post is part of e-Council Inc.’s “Spotlight” series, in which we feature successful EB-5 projects across different industries and business types. Some of the spotlighted businesses may be our clients’ while others are not, but all have one theme in common:  SUCCESS using EB-5 capital.

EB-5 fundshave been used by manufacturers to successfully expand operations and to develop high-demand…

On May 4, 2016, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) proposed filing fee increases and the addition of a new fee to the EB-5 Program. The government agency, which is part of the Department of Homeland Security, has invited the public to comment on its new fee schedule through July 5, 2016. The last time fees were increased was on November 23, 2010.

In its “Proposed Rule,” USCIS…

Why Direct Investment Projects Can be a Good Choice for EB-5

As we have previously reported, the fate of EB-5 Regional Center Program remains uncertain. After two temporary extensions in 2015, the Regional Center Program is once again set to expire on September 30th, 2016. At that time, Congress may renew the Regional Center Program with substantial changes that will increase regulatory compliance and raise the minimum investment threshold, among other…

Market Feasibility Studies: Paving the Way for EB-5 Approval

A market feasibility study plays two crucial roles in the EB-5 process. First, it is an essential component of a proper and thorough due diligence assessment, as it determines the project’s feasibility for EB-5 approval by USCIS and its potential marketability to prospective investors (if applicable). Second, it can be used as part of an EB-5 compliant business plan to justify the approval of an…

The opportunity to do business and secure permanent residence in the U.S. is an attractive proposition for many investors. So why do so few people take advantage of the opportunity?

Since the beginning of the EB-5 program and the passage of the Immigration Act of 1990, participation has been lower than expected. In 2005, a Government Accountability Office Report found that a principal reason for…