On Monday during its quarterly stakeholders meeting, the USCIS released the latest statistics on EB-5 adjudications. The statistics reveal an increase across the board in all EB-5 related filings including
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Due Diligence Questions to Ask When Seeking to Have Your Project Adopted by an Existing Regional Center
We are often called in to speak to developers, private equity funds and other organizations that have an interest in having one or more projects adopted by a regional center.
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USCIS Announces Upcoming EB-5 Informational Sessions
In its efforts to continue to engage the public on EB-5 related issues the USCIS has announced two upcoming engagement sessions. Tomorrow from 3:00 to 4:00 pm EST the Service…
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EB-5s and Internet Marketing- What’s All the Fuss About?
Oftentimes, I am asked by clients seeking to raise capital what type of information they can include on their website to inform readers about the investment opportunity. Unfortunately, my answer is that no information may be included unless it is password protected and made available only to individuals that have been pre-screened as eligible “accredited investors.” The Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) has provided specific guidance on this subject and the manner of using password protect information which can be found on its website.
Clients often respond by stating that they are not soliciting investors but are simply letting people know about the project. When pushed further, however, the client reveals that by telling people about the project on its website (or by bringing other attention to the project through broadcast, local newspapers and magazines or other forms of media this will draw inquiries from potential investors interested in participating in the project. Such activity, however, is considered a general solicitation and not permitted if an issue of securities intends to rely on the private offering exemption under Section 4(2) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”) or the safe harbor thereunder provided by Rule 506 of Regulation D.Continue Reading EB-5s and Internet Marketing- What’s All the Fuss About?
50 Questions EB-5 Investors Should Consider in Choosing a USCIS Designated Regional Center Investment
In recent years the EB-5 program has grown at a rapid pace. With nearly 200 USCIS designated regional centers in existence and many more in the process of being adjudicated, EB-5 investors are often unsure of which regional center to choose for their EB-5 investment. The following questions can serve as a starting point by EB-5 investors in evaluating the suitability of a particular regional center for immigration purposes. Investors are also encouraged to consult with competent business, securities and/ or financial professionals regarding the viability of the investment.
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