EB-5 Investment Voice

First and foremost, EB-5 is a business, and investors are contractually obligated to keep their money in a project for the long term. Today, Mona and Mark sit down with Patrick Hogan to explain why an EB-5 investor must be both committed to the investment AND at-risk of losing money on the project. Listen in for insight around the long wait times in the China market, the value of vetting a Regional Center’s track record, and the consequences of breaking an EB-5 contract.If you have questions about investment immigration, please reach out to Mona Shah & Associates.Phone: 212-233-7473Email: info@mshahlaw.comTo discover the show notes on this episode as well as other topics, information, and resources; please head over to http://www.MShahLaw.com/Podcasts

First and foremost, EB-5 is a business, and investors are contractually obligated to keep their money in a project for the long term. Today, Mona and Mark sit down with Patrick Hogan to explain why an EB-5 investor must be both committed to the investment AND at-risk of losing money on the project. Listen in for insight around the long wait times in the China market, the value of vetting a Regional Center’s track record, and the consequences of breaking an EB-5 contract.If you have questions about investment immigration, please reach out to Mona Shah & Associates.Phone: 212-233-7473Email: info@mshahlaw.comTo discover the show notes on this episode as well as other topics, information, and resources; please head over to http://www.MShahLaw.com/Podcasts

The ‘agent culture’ in India causes a lot of confusion as unqualified agents spread misinformation about the immigration process. In this episode, Mona and Rebecca sit down with Harjap Bhangal to take on the role of Indian EB-5 Mythbusters, sharing the truth about processing times and the risk involved in investing in a project. Listen in to understand why so many Indian immigrants choose the US and learn where to go for accurate information on the legal routes to getting your visa.If you have questions about investment immigration, please reach out to Mona Shah & Associates.Phone: 212-233-7473Email: info@mshahlaw.comTo discover the show notes on this episode as well as other topics, information, and resources; please head over to http://www.MShahLaw.com/Podcasts

The ‘agent culture’ in India causes a lot of confusion as unqualified agents spread misinformation about the immigration process. In this episode, Mona and Rebecca sit down with Harjap Bhangal to take on the role of Indian EB-5 Mythbusters, sharing the truth about processing times and the risk involved in investing in a project. Listen in to understand why so many Indian immigrants choose the US and learn where to go for accurate information on the legal routes to getting your visa.If you have questions about investment immigration, please reach out to Mona Shah & Associates.Phone: 212-233-7473Email: info@mshahlaw.comTo discover the show notes on this episode as well as other topics, information, and resources; please head over to http://www.MShahLaw.com/Podcasts

As the EB-5 investor pool continues to shrink, more and more direct pooled projects make their way into the market. In this epsidoe, Mona and Mark sit down with Kelly Freis to discuss the benefits of investing in a direct project and International Growth Capital’s preference for small manufacturing businesses. Listen in for insight on the type of investor who is drawn to direct pooled manufacturing projects and learn how a growing number of candidates are using E-2 as a stepping stone to EB-5.If you have questions about investment immigration, please reach out to Mona Shah & Associates.Phone: 212-233-7473Email: info@mshahlaw.comTo discover the show notes on this episode as well as other topics, information, and resources; please head over to http://www.MShahLaw.com/Podcasts

As the EB-5 investor pool continues to shrink, more and more direct pooled projects make their way into the market. In this epsidoe, Mona and Mark sit down with Kelly Freis to discuss the benefits of investing in a direct project and International Growth Capital’s preference for small manufacturing businesses. Listen in for insight on the type of investor who is drawn to direct pooled manufacturing projects and learn how a growing number of candidates are using E-2 as a stepping stone to EB-5.If you have questions about investment immigration, please reach out to Mona Shah & Associates.Phone: 212-233-7473Email: info@mshahlaw.comTo discover the show notes on this episode as well as other topics, information, and resources; please head over to http://www.MShahLaw.com/Podcasts

Mona and Rebecca cover many of the benefits, questions, and unique concerns of transitioning from an H-1B to EB-5.If you have questions about investment immigration, please reach out to Mona Shah & Associates.Phone: 212-233-7473Email: info@mshahlaw.comTo discover the show notes on this episode as well as other topics, information, and resources; please head over to http://www.MShahLaw.com/Podcasts

Mona and Rebecca cover many of the benefits, questions, and unique concerns of transitioning from an H-1B to EB-5.If you have questions about investment immigration, please reach out to Mona Shah & Associates.Phone: 212-233-7473Email: info@mshahlaw.comTo discover the show notes on this episode as well as other topics, information, and resources; please head over to http://www.MShahLaw.com/Podcasts

The Global Investment Immigration Summit took place in London on June 21-22, 2018. In this episode, Mona chats with conference attendees about their work with investment firms, immigration law, Regional Centers, and the high net worth industry. Listen in for insight on the value of understanding other countries’ citizenship-by-investment programs and learn how events like this one provide an ideal opportunity to educate investors and immigration professionals on EB-5.If you have questions about investment immigration, please reach out to Mona Shah & Associates.Phone: 212-233-7473Email: info@mshahlaw.comTo discover the show notes on this episode as well as other topics, information, and resources; please head over to http://www.MShahLaw.com/Podcasts

The Global Investment Immigration Summit took place in London on June 21-22, 2018. In this episode, Mona chats with conference attendees about their work with investment firms, immigration law, Regional Centers, and the high net worth industry. Listen in for insight on the value of understanding other countries’ citizenship-by-investment programs and learn how events like this one provide an ideal opportunity to educate investors and immigration professionals on EB-5.If you have questions about investment immigration, please reach out to Mona Shah & Associates.Phone: 212-233-7473Email: info@mshahlaw.comTo discover the show notes on this episode as well as other topics, information, and resources; please head over to http://www.MShahLaw.com/Podcasts

The Global Investment Immigration Summit is taking place in London on June 21-22, 2018. Today, Mona, Rebecca and Mark sit down with conference coordinators Nigel Coyne and Sam Hussain of BLS Media to discuss the summit, explaining how they go about vetting exhibitors and promoting the event on a global scale. Listen in for insight on the appeal of EB-5 for Brits seeking a second citizenship and learn how BLS can help you choose the best program for you and your family.You can find Mona, Rebecca, and the rest of Mona Shah & Associates at the Global Investment Immigration Summit in London, UK June 21&22, 2018. More details can be found at: https://events.citizenshipinvestment.orgIf you have questions about investment immigration, please reach out to Mona Shah & Associates.Phone: 212-233-7473Email: info@mshahlaw.comTo discover the show notes on this episode as well as other topics, information, and resources; please head over to http://www.MShahLaw.com/Podcasts

The Global Investment Immigration Summit is taking place in London on June 21-22, 2018. Today, Mona, Rebecca and Mark sit down with conference coordinators Nigel Coyne and Sam Hussain of BLS Media to discuss the summit, explaining how they go about vetting exhibitors and promoting the event on a global scale. Listen in for insight on the appeal of EB-5 for Brits seeking a second citizenship and learn how BLS can help you choose the best program for you and your family.You can find Mona, Rebecca, and the rest of Mona Shah & Associates at the Global Investment Immigration Summit in London, UK June 21&22, 2018. More details can be found at: https://events.citizenshipinvestment.orgIf you have questions about investment immigration, please reach out to Mona Shah & Associates.Phone: 212-233-7473Email: info@mshahlaw.comTo discover the show notes on this episode as well as other topics, information, and resources; please head over to http://www.MShahLaw.com/Podcasts

In the aftermath of Charlie Oppenheim’s recent keynote at the IIUSA’s EB-5 Advocacy Conference in DC, many questions have surfaced around retrogression, backlog and cross-chargeability. Today, Mona, Mark and Rebecca explain the distinction between the terms retrogression and backlog and review the countries that are likely to face a backlog by Summer 2019. They discuss when and how to apply cross-chargeability and the best places to find investors in the global EB-5 market.You can find Mona, Rebecca, and the rest of Mona Shah & Associates at the Global Investment Immigration Summit in London, UK June 21&22, 2018. More details can be found at: https://events.citizenshipinvestment.orgIf you have questions about investment immigration, please reach out to Mona Shah & Associates.Phone: 212-233-7473Email: info@mshahlaw.comTo discover the show notes on this episode as well as other topics, information, and resources; please head over to http://www.MShahLaw.com/Podcasts

In the aftermath of Charlie Oppenheim’s recent keynote at the IIUSA’s EB-5 Advocacy Conference in DC, many questions have surfaced around retrogression, backlog and cross-chargeability. Today, Mona, Mark and Rebecca explain the distinction between the terms retrogression and backlog and review the countries that are likely to face a backlog by Summer 2019. They discuss when and how to apply cross-chargeability and the best places to find investors in the global EB-5 market.You can find Mona, Rebecca, and the rest of Mona Shah & Associates at the Global Investment Immigration Summit in London, UK June 21&22, 2018. More details can be found at: https://events.citizenshipinvestment.orgIf you have questions about investment immigration, please reach out to Mona Shah & Associates.Phone: 212-233-7473Email: info@mshahlaw.comTo discover the show notes on this episode as well as other topics, information, and resources; please head over to http://www.MShahLaw.com/Podcasts

Lobby groups have spent the last several years working to pass a long-term EB-5 reform and reauthorization package. Today, Mark and Mona are joined by Hunter Bates and Hans Rickhoff of Akin Group to discuss the EB-5 lobbying groups active on Capitol Hill. They cover key congressional players in the space, the challenge of reaching a consensus between urban and rural interests, and the impact of the current administration’s overall immigration policy.If you have questions about investment immigration, please reach out to Mona Shah & Associates.Phone: 212-233-7473Email: info@mshahlaw.comTo discover the show notes on this episode as well as other topics, information, and resources; please head over to http://www.MShahLaw.com/Podcasts