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For EB-5 investors, it's essential to ensure that all investment funds are legally sourced and traceable. Here’s a concise guide to assist you in preparing your documentation: 💼 Earnings from Employment: Include detailed statements, salary records, and bank deposits. 🏠 Proceeds from Property Sales: Provide comprehensive sale statements, bank records, and ownership certificates. 📈 Returns from Stock Sales: Outline acquisition and sale details, and bank records for stock proceeds. 🎁 Gifts: Detail the origin of the gift, donor’s statement, and bank records. 🧾 Inheritance: Include statements of inheritance, proof of relationship, and copies of the will. 💸 Borrowed Funds: Document loan specifics, agreements, and verification of collateral. Key Points: ✅ All non-English documents must be officially translated. ✅ Include individual tax returns, audited financial statements, and detailed transaction records. ✅ Ensure compliance with both your home country’s laws and U.S. regulations. Read our full article here: https://bit.ly/3ydZ0lX

Understanding how to safeguard your EB-5 investment is crucial, especially when you’re in a second position behind a senior lender. Our latest video dives deep into mezzanine debt and the importance of intercreditor agreements in protecting your capital. 📺 Watch now: https://lnkd.in/gvvbrkNJ In this video, you will learn: 1. The fundamentals of mezzanine debt within the capital stack 2. The critical role of intercreditor agreements 3. Key components and their importance in protecting your investment 4. Common issues with intercreditor agreements in EB-5 projects 5. How to effectively evaluate EB-5 investments 6. Gain the insights you need to make informed decisions and secure your investment. #EB5Visa #InvestmentProtection #MezzanineFinancing #IntercreditorAgreements #HoustonEB5 #InvestmentInsights

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New video out! The capital stack represents the different sources of funding for a project, such as debt and equity. It's crucial for EB-5 investors to understand these components to assess the risk and return profile of their investments. Watch the video here: https://lnkd.in/g6MZjazY In the video, you will learn: 1. What is a Capital Stack: An overview of the capital stack and its importance in real estate investments. 2. What is Senior Debt / Mezzanine Debt / Preferred Equity / Common Equity 3. Risk and Return Spectrum: How to evaluate the level of equity or debt behind your position as an EB-5 investor. 4. Practical Insights: Examples and tips on assessing EB-5 investment opportunities based on their capital stack. #EB5Visa #CapitalStack #HoustonEB5

🔍Understanding Key EB-5 Investment Categories: TEA, Non-TEA, and Reserved Visas For investors aiming to achieve U.S. residency through the EB-5 program, it's essential to comprehend the various investment categories and their implications. Our latest blog provides a detailed analysis of: Targeted Employment Areas (TEAs): Rural Areas: Areas outside of Metropolitan Statistical Areas (MSAs) with lower investment thresholds. High Unemployment Areas (HUAs): Areas with unemployment rates at least 150% of the national average, offering reduced investment thresholds. Non-TEA Investments: Investments in economically stable and growing urban regions with higher investment requirements but greater potential for returns. Reserved Visa Categories: Rural TEAs: 20% of EB-5 visas allocated. High Unemployment TEAs: 10% of EB-5 visas allocated. Infrastructure Projects: 2% of EB-5 visas allocated, administered by governmental entities. Our blog also covers the benefits of reserved visas, including faster processing times and protection against visa retrogression. 📘 Read the full blog to make informed EB-5 investment decisions: https://bit.ly/3VQZmaf #EB5 #Investment #USResidency #HoustonEB5 #Immigration

When it comes to EB-5 investments, choosing the right model is crucial for your financial success and security. Here’s a detailed comparison between the two most common models: Debt and Preferred Equity. 📜 Debt Model: Structure: EB-5 investors make an equity investment in the project's NCE (New Commercial Enterprise), which then loans the pooled capital to the project's JCE (Job Creating Enterprise). Terms: Typically has finite terms with extension options. Repayment Priority: Includes promissory notes and offers a more senior repayment priority compared to equity. Regional Center Profits: 3rd Party Regional Centers profit from fundraising by paying EB-5 investors less than 1% while loaning the capital to developers at 8-12%. Risk: Higher risk of EB-5 investors not being repaid their full investment due to the high financing costs imposed by the Regional Center. 🔎 Preferred Equity Model: Structure: EB-5 investors make an equity investment in the project's NCE, which is usually the same entity as the JCE, making the investors equity owners in the project. Terms: Generally does not have a finite term. Repayment Priority: Offers a more senior repayment priority compared to common equity. Payouts: Investors receive payouts when the project is profitable or can sustain such distributions. Risk: Significantly lower risk of not being repaid the full capital as this model does not burden the project’s cash flows with high sunk costs, providing more flexibility for project success. Choosing the right model can make a significant difference in the success of your EB-5 investment. At Houston EB5, we provide expert guidance to help you navigate these options and achieve your American dream. For more information, visit houstoneb5.com and start your journey towards a brighter future today! #EB5Visa #InvestmentModels #DebtVsEquity

Ensure your children don't "age out" and lose their eligibility during the EB-5 process. What is Aging Out? Dependent children turning 21 during the immigration process can lose eligibility. Child Status Protection Act (CSPA): Helps keep your child eligible despite processing delays. Concurrent Filing: File adjustment of status applications with the EB-5 petition to protect your child's status. Visa Retrogression: Understand how changes in visa availability can impact your application. Smart EB-5 Investments: Choose projects that reduce the risk of aging out. Ensure your family stays together throughout your EB-5 journey. Read our Full Blog: https://bit.ly/3z1OmPu #EB5Visa #Immigration #AgingOut

📢 July 2024 Visa Bulletin Update #EB5Visa #VisaBulletin