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What Is Changing for F-1 Students in 2026? The End of Duration of Status, ExplainedAugust 5, 2026Shifting visa policies are changing how H-1B professionals and F-1 students approach their future. Here’s what 2026 means for long-term immigration planning and stability in the U.S. -
August 2026 Visa Bulletin: What Does It Mean for EB-5 InvestorsJuly 21, 2026The May 2026 US Visa Bulletin warned that EB-5 Unreserved for India may retrogress before fiscal year end. Nicholas A. Mastroianni III of U.S. Immigration Fund and Rohit Turkhud of CSG Law explain... -
Alpine 93/40 Rural EB-5 Project Receives USCIS I-956F Approval as Phase II Offering OpensJune 16, 2026Palm Beach, Fla. — June 16, 2026 — U.S. Immigration Fund (“USIF”), a leading EB-5 Regional Center operator, today announced that its Alpine 93/40 Rural EB-5 project in Whitefish, Montana has received I-956F... -
EB-5 Visa Warning: What India’s Retrogression Risk Means for Investors | U.S. Immigration FundMay 7, 2026The May 2026 US Visa Bulletin warned that EB-5 Unreserved for India may retrogress before fiscal year end. Nicholas A. Mastroianni III of U.S. Immigration Fund and Rohit Turkhud of CSG Law explain... -
H-1B and F-1 in 2026: What Visa-Dependent Professionals Need to Know About Long-Term Immigration PlanningApril 23, 2026Shifting visa policies are changing how H-1B professionals and F-1 students approach their future. Here’s what 2026 means for long-term immigration planning and stability in the U.S. -
IREX Mumbai 2026: What Investors Need to Know About Global Residency OptionsApril 17, 2026For Indian investors considering U.S. immigration, the window for evaluating options is becoming more defined. The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, widely viewed as a reliable pathway to permanent U.S. residency for investors and... -
Celebrating 15 Years of Empowering Global Families on Their Immigration JourneysJanuary 29, 2026U.S. Immigration Fund (USIF) is celebrating its 15-year anniversary. This milestone has been made possible by the thousands of families who have entrusted us with their EB-5 journey, our global partners, and the... -
Final Phase of the Vibrant Pier Village, Wave Spa Condos, Achieves First I-526E & I-485 ApprovalDecember 5, 2025USCIS further validates this EB-5 project as an approved path toward U.S. residency for foreign investors. Every EB-5 journey begins with a decision to build a future in the United States. For one U.S.... -
USIF Announces Next Phase of Brooklyn’s Pacific Park RedevelopmentOctober 7, 2025USIF, Fortress Join Cirrus and LCOR in a Joint Venture to deliver much-needed housing and transit upgrades New York, NY—October 7, 2025—U.S. Immigration Fund (USIF), a leading EB-5 Regional Center, today announced the advancement... -
EB-5 Remains the Family-Friendly Immigration ChoiceOctober 3, 2025The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program remains one of the most cost-effective and family-friendly pathways to U.S. residency, offering both a return on investment and lasting benefits, including work and lifestyle freedom. EB-5 Program vs. Trump Gold... -
U.S. Immigration Fund Appoints Geoff Li, Managing Partner for ChinaJuly 31, 2025Strategic new hire will support USIF’s global expansion and deepen commitment to China as a core EB-5 immigration by investment market New York, NY – July 31, 2025 – U.S. Immigration Fund (USIF), a... -
A Landmark Deal in EB-5 Real Estate Receives $515M Commitment from BlackstoneJuly 16, 2025At a time when the broader immigration landscape may experience greater scrutiny and volatility, USIF’s 1 Journal Square (The Journal) project stands as a reminder that opportunities still exist for well-prepared investors. For EB-5 applicants,... -
USIF Welcomes Benny Chang as Director of Business Development, TaiwanApril 22, 2025Palm Beach, FLA.—April 22, 2025—U.S. Immigration Fund (USIF), a leading EB-5 Regional Center operator, is pleased to welcome Huaiyang “Benny” Chang as Director of Business Development, Taiwan. With extensive experience in international finance, investment,... -
USIF Welcomes Cindy Lee as Vice President of BD, Head of South KoreaApril 22, 2025Palm Beach, FLA. – April 22, 2025 – U.S. Immigration Fund (USIF), a leading EB-5 Regional Center operator, is proud to announce the addition of Cindy Lee as Vice President of Business Development,... -
USIF Welcomes Emilio Aragon as Senior VP of Investor Relations & BD, Head of LATAMApril 22, 2025Palm Beach, FLA. – April 22, 2025 – U.S. Immigration Fund (USIF), a leading EB-5 regional center operator, is pleased to welcome Emilio Aragon as senior vice president of investor relations & business... -
USIF Welcomes Emily Zhu as Vice President of BD, Head of East AsiaApril 22, 2025Palm Beach, FLA. – April 22, 2025 – U.S. Immigration Fund (USIF), a leading EB-5 Regional Center operator, is pleased to announce the addition of Emily Zhu as Vice President of Business Development,... -
USIF Welcomes Kiem Nguyen as Vice President, Head of Southeast AsiaApril 22, 2025Palm Beach, FLA. – April 22, 2025 – U.S. Immigration Fund, a leading EB-5 Regional Center operator, is pleased to welcome Kiem Nguyen as Vice President of Business Development, Head of Southeast Asia... -
USIF Welcomes Cheikh “Moussa” Ndiaye as Business Development VP, Head of EMEAApril 22, 2025Palm Beach, FLA. – April 22, 2025 – U.S. Immigration Fund (USIF), one of the leading EB-5 regional centers in the United States, is pleased to welcome Cheikh “Moussa” Ndiaye as Vice President... -
Tariff Concerns: Why Vietnamese Investors Should Start the EB-5 Process NowApril 7, 2025The United States’ evolving trade policies could significantly impact Vietnam’s economy, particularly if the proposed 46% tariff on Vietnamese exports is implemented. With the U.S. currently accounting for approximately 37% of Vietnam’s total... -
The $5 Million Gold Card vs. EB-5: Facts, Process, and MoreFebruary 27, 2025Introduction: Separating Hype from Reality Recent discussions about a proposed $5 million “Gold Card” visa have sparked widespread speculation. Some reports suggest it will replace the EB-5 investor visa, while others frame it as... -
Worried About H-1B? EB-5 Could Be a Better Option for IndiansFebruary 25, 2025Akshat Gupta, Director of Business Development at US Immigration Fund (USIF), explains how the EB-5 visa works and why it could be an option for those looking to bypass the H-1B queue. On his... -
Indian investors must act now to secure their EB5 visa before Trump 2.0 kicks in. Here's how they canJanuary 15, 2025Indian investors must act quickly to navigate visa retrogression and secure priority dates, visa expert Nicholas Mastroianni III advices. Indian investors are challenged and presented with unprecedented opportunities as the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program... -
EB-5 Retrogression Alert: Action Needed for Indian & Chinese InvestorsJanuary 14, 2025Visa retrogression occurs when the demand for EB-5 immigrant visas surpasses supply, leading to delays. Investors from high-demand countries like India and China face longer wait times. The January 2025 Visa Bulletin warns... -
Jan 2025 EB-5 Visa Bulletin: Delay for Indians in Set-Aside CategoriesJanuary 14, 2025EB-5 investors are warned by the January 2025 Visa Bulletin about potential visa backlogs in the rural and high-unemployment area set-aside categories. (FE Online) Visa retrogression occurs when demand for immigrant visas in a... -
H-1B in 2025: Rethinking US immigration pathwaysJanuary 11, 2025In a climate where policies may shift quickly, considering a range of immigration options can be the most prudent path For more than three decades, the H-1B visa has stood as a primary entry... -
What’s New, and What’s Planned, at AREA15 in Las VegasDecember 24, 2024One new attraction recently opened at AREA15, the four-year-old entertainment hub jammed with rides, arcade machines, VR experiences, bars, restaurants, and shops. And new intel has just dropped about two more attractions planned... -
AREA15, Music Group launch HOLIDAZE: a country xmas music experienceDecember 24, 2024LAS VEGAS — AREA15, the immersive art, entertainment and events district known for connecting live music, experiential attractions and production technology, proudly announces HOLIDAZE: A Country Xmas Music Experience with genre-leader Universal Music Group Nashville. Located... -
Area15 unveils new space-themed experience for 20-acre expansionDecember 24, 2024Area15 in Las Vegas has broken ground on its latest immersive experience, a space-themed attraction to anchor its 20-acre expansion. ‘Interstellar Arc’ is by Emmy Award-winning Felix & Paul Studios, creators of ‘Space Explorers‘, the... -
Flowers, Festivities & Look Into The Future at West Hollywood EditionDecember 24, 2024Multi-disciplinary Los Angeles-based artist Becky Hearn has teamed up with West Hollywood EDITION for the property’s 2025 holiday installation, The Tree of Memory, in the hotel’s lobby, partnered with an immersive work of art... -
Los Angeles’ best fine-dining restaurantsDecember 24, 2024LA boasts a creative food scene driven by some of the world’s most innovative chefs. Browse the Wallpaper* guide to the city’s best fine-dining restaurants A dish at Providence LA(Image credit: John Troxell @troxphotos) In... -
Holiday Kickoff at Park Terrace HotelDecember 24, 2024Park Terrace kicks of the holidays with festive lights, drinks, and demonstrations in the heart of Midtown On Thursday, November 14th, Park Terrace Hotel kicked off the holiday season in spectacular fashion with its 2024 Holiday... -
Kushner Sets Opening Timeline for Jersey City’s Newest Flagship Journal SquareDecember 4, 2024 -
Area15 expansion earns name as Vegas Immersive DistrictDecember 4, 2024LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5)—Area15 will now be known as the ‘Vegas Immersive District.’ The redevelopment agency expects this new entertainment district to welcome more than 3.5 million visitors annually and create more than 4,000... -
Faena New York will now open in spring 2025December 4, 2024Third location for the brand was originally due to open last year and will comprise 120 rooms and suites Faena New York is set to debut in spring 2025, marking the latest opening for... -
USCIS protects genuine investors in EB-5 green card programDecember 3, 2024The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has updated its policy manual to protect ‘good faith’ investors in the EB-5 program. This change aims to ensure that investors who comply with EB-5 rules... -
The Greenwich by Rafael Viñoly, NYCNovember 26, 2024NYC Financial District Skyscraper, USA design by Rafael Viñoly Architects Design: Rafael Viñoly Architects Interior Design: MAWD Location: 125 Greenwich Street, Downtown Manhattan, New York City, USA photo : Evan Joseph We take a look inside The Greenwich by... -
Las Vegas moving forward with Area15 expansion plansNovember 26, 2024The City of Las Vegas is moving forward with plans to expand Area15 on 35.5 acres north of the immersive entertainment district. At a city council meeting on 21 August, Kyle Sutherland, director of development for... -
Start your day differently with Beyond Brunch in Las VegasNovember 26, 2024How could you not love brunch? All of your favorite mid-morning eats, mimosas and great company make it just about the best meal of the day, and at Beyond Brunch at The Wall... -
Area15 to open new ‘Dopeameme’ experience with SuperplasticNovember 26, 2024Immersive rooms are designed to trigger a dopamine rush Designer toy brand Superplastic has unveiled its new attraction for Area15 in Las Vegas – the Dopeameme Institute for Pleasure Research (D.I.P.R.). Opening this autumn, Dopeameme is a cutting-edge experiential project by... -
Five Things To Do Inside AREA15 In Las VegasNovember 26, 2024Enter another world and discover the eclectic, immersive wonders of AREA15 in Las Vegas. Opened in September of 2020, AREA15 is a massive, immersive experience that combines art, food, drinks, shopping and more. You can park,... -
NYC pied-à-terre guide: Top condos for buying a second homeNovember 26, 2024Translating from French meaning “foot on the ground,” pied-à-terre is an apartment in New York City used as a secondary residence. It is only occupied part-time and is not the owner’s primary home. These part-time... -
U.S. Immigration Fund’s Project Summit NJ Secures I-956F ApprovalOctober 18, 2024JERSEY CITY, Oct. 15, 2024—U.S. Immigration Fund is proud to announce that its premier Summit NJ project has received I-956F approval from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). This critical approval... -
EB-5 visa, an alternative to H-1B lottery for US permanent citizenshipSeptember 28, 2024EB-5 visa emerges as a compelling alternative, offering a more secure and stable pathway to permanent residency in the U.S. As H-1B lottery odds plummet and F-1 visa restrictions tighten, thousands of skilled professionals... -
Essential changes to US' EB-5 Program: What investors need to knowSeptember 4, 2024Synopsis The recent reforms to the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, reauthorized under the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022, emphasize transparency, quicker processing times, and reinforced integrity measures. These changes aim to uphold... -
Walker & Dunlop Refinances $1.2B for Premier One High Line, ManhattanAugust 19, 2024BETHESDA, Md.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Walker & Dunlop, Inc. announced today that it arranged a $1.2 billion refinancing for One High Line, a premier luxury mixed-use property located along Manhattan’s iconic High Line and adjacent to the... -
F-1 Visa Challenges: Why Indian Students Should Consider the EB-5 VisaJuly 10, 2024The EB-5 visa program offers Indian students a promising alternative to the challenges of the F-1 visa. It provides a direct route to U.S. permanent residency, flexible employment opportunities, and unrestricted travel, addressing...











