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We Spoke, USCIS Listened

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Updates from the USCIS Investor Program Office and Stakeholder’s Engagement.

If you have questions about investment immigration, please reach out to Mona Shah & Associates.

Phone: 212-233-7473
Email: info@mshahlaw.com

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The INs & OUTs of EB5 Admin Fees Osvaldo ‘Ozzie’ Torres

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The INs & OUTs of EB5 Admin Fees Osvaldo ‘Ozzie’ Torres
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The complex program that is EB-5 can confound investors, lawyers, and developers alike. Osvaldo ‘Ozzie’ Torres, a sought-after EB-5 expert, joins Mark and Mona to discuss the INs and OUTs of administrative fees for EB-5 funds.

If you have questions…

Deciphering the Proposed EB-5 Legislation with Bernard Wolfsdorf

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Deciphering the Proposed EB-5 Legislation with Bernard Wolfsdorf
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Immigration Attorney Bernard Wolfsdorf joins Mona and Mark to sift through what those proposed changes mean. They address the probable increase of minimum investment, the proposed reforms around set-asides, and the possibility of concurrent filing….

Legislative Update with IIUSA featuring Peter Joseph

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Mona, Rebecca, and Mark are joined by Peter Joseph, Executive Director of IIUSA, for a status report regarding the progress toward a long-term legislative solution for the program. They explore the role of IIUSA and its influence on Congress, the…

Using BitCoin for International Transfers with CrypBrokers

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Mona and Mark delve into the topic of cryptocurrency with Des Landen of CrypBrokers, exploring how BitCoin might be employed to tackle the challenge of transferring funds for EB-5.

If you have questions about investment immigration, please reach out…

Latin America market insight with Manuel Ortiz of Civitas

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Latin America market insight with Manuel Ortiz of Civitas
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Mona and Mark are joined by Manuel Ortiz of Civitas and discuss how Latin America investors look at EB5 projects differently than other markets.

If you have questions about investment immigration, please reach out to Mona Shah & Associates.

Phone:…

Developers Considering & Starting EB-5 Double Feature

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In this special double feature, Mona and Mark are first joined by developer Mordechai Lipkis who is considering EB-5 as alternative financing for his projects. We are then joined by Rob Donelly who has recently started his own Regional Center.

If you…

Changing Lanes from E-2 to EB-5 with Kamran Kirmani of NuRide

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Changing Lanes from E-2 to EB-5 with Kamran Kirmani of NuRide
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Mona, Mark, and Rebecca are joined by Kamran Kirmani of NuRide Transportation Group to discuss how an investor can transition from an E-2 visa to an EB-5. They address the fundamentals of the E-2 and its advantages, using NuRide as the case study of a…

Is Renting a Regional Center the Best Option?

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Is Renting a Regional Center the Best Option?
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Spoiler: It depends.

Mona, Mark and Samuel Silverman of EB-5 Affiliate Network talk about renting an EB-5 Regional Center and discuss why it may bring developers and investors the best option.

If you have questions about investment immigration,…

Going In-house (RC) with Erika Banach

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Going In-house (RC) with Erika Banach
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Mona, Mark and Erika Banach talk about investing through an in-house regional center and the advantages it brings to EB-5 investors.

If you have questions about investment immigration, please reach out to Mona Shah & Associates.

Phone: 212-233-7473…

What is going on with EB5?

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Processing delays, Policy Manual changes, and Redeployment of funds… oh my! Mona Shah and Rebecca Singh share with Mark Deal what is going on with the EB-5 program.

If you have questions about investment immigration, please reach out to Mona Shah &…

Senior Assisted Living Centers with Joanie Williams

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Mona, Mark and Joanie Williams of Watercrest Senior Living Group talk about Senior Assisted Living Centers, various types, and what potential investors should look for in a successful project.

If you have questions about investment immigration,…

L1 & EB1C Visas with Andrew Shepin

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Mona, Mark and Andrew Shepin talk about the L1 and EB1C visas. Compare them to the E2 and EB5 visas and outline potential advantages and hidden pitfalls.

If you have questions about investment immigration, please reach out to Mona Shah & Associates….

Judging Risks in Real Estate Projects with Adam Greene

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Judging Risks in Real Estate Projects with Adam Greene
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Mona, Mark and Adam Greene talk about what is to be expected as the Regional Center Program’s deadline nears. They also explore the risks of EB-5 Real Estate projects as well as what to look out for when it comes to looking for developers.

If you…

EB-5 Project Structures with Patrick Hogan of CMB

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EB-5 Project Structures with Patrick Hogan of CMB
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Mona and Mark sit down with Patrick Hogan from CMB Regional Centers to explore the structure of EB-5 projects. They also touch on non-real estate projects as well as important guidelines for investors when looking at future prospects. The loan versus…

Using EB-5 to replace Existing Developer Investments with Roger Christoph

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Using EB-5 to replace Existing Developer Investments with Roger Christoph
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Most investors find themselves wondering about the riskiness of EB5. They are reluctant to invest in projects that might not succeed. Mark Deal and Mona Shah explore how EB5 market capital replaces already existing equity and bank loans, with guest…

Marketing in the Middle East with Sam Hussein from BLS Media

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Marketing in the Middle East with Sam Hussein from BLS Media
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In the previous podcasts, Mark and Mona have talked a lot about marketing from China and Latin America. In today’s show, Sam Hussein of BLS Media talks about the emerging EB-5 market from Middle East and Gulf Corporation Council countries and how to…

3rd Party Escrow Oversight with Reid Thomas

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3rd Party Escrow Oversight with Reid Thomas
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What is 3rd Party Oversight and why is it important for Escrow accounts for investors, banks, and developer? Mona and mark explore this with Reid Thomas of NES Financial.

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Rev. Jesse L. Jackson on Immigrant Civil Rights and the Rainbow Push

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Rev. Jesse L. Jackson on Immigrant Civil Rights and the Rainbow Push
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Hey Podfest folks!
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Starting Buying or Renting a Regional Center with Clem Turner

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Starting Buying or Renting a Regional Center with Clem Turner
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Clem Turner joins us today to talk about the implications of buying a Regional Center and a few creative alternatives. Pitfalls and prices are also discussed.

If you have questions about investment immigration, please reach out to Mona Shah &…