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How can you buy U.S. real estate with Duong Global?
Our trusted and experienced U.S. real estate and business lawyers will assist you during the entire process so that you can own real estate in the United States as fast as possible. Here are the steps when you buy real estate with us:
What are the benefits of an EB5 Visa for foreign investors?
- The EB-5 program offers an expedited way for qualified foreign investors to get an U.S. Green Card and citizenship.
- Foreign investors do not need sponsorship from employers nor family members.
- No language, business, or education requirements for applicants.
- Investors receiving an U.S. Green Card through the EB-5 program are permitted to work and live anywhere in the US.
- Foreign investors receiving a Green Card can travel to and from the United States without a visa.
- After establishing residency in the United States, investors and their children may be able to pay lower college and university tuition rates than foreign students.
Can a foreign citizen own a US real estate?
Yes, a foreign citizen can own US real estate.
Can I get a loan to buy US property?
Some individual banks allow foreign citizens to get a loan, usually a 35% is required.
What is the average housing price in the US?
The average housing price in the US depends on the state and the city (For example: in California, the average price is $500,000, Texas is $250,000; and some big cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, Chicago, the average price can be up to $1 million or more).
How can I transfer money to the United States?
According to the law, an offshore investment license is required to transfer money to the United States.
How can I transfer money to the United States?
What determines the price of a house are:
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- Density
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The rank of elementary schools, secondary schools, high schools, and universities in that city.
Personal safety (criminal, robbery rate/personal security).
Economic strength.
Public services of the city.
If I let other people rent my house, do I have to pay taxes on that renting money?
According to the law, foreign tax, property ownership in the United States, income from rental is counted as income. Rental income is income and foreigners make annual tax returns with the Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).
What are the conditions for foreigners to get a loan?
To get a loan for a foreigner, you need to have proof of a sufficient 35% deposit for the home value.
What are the loan terms in the US?
The loan terms in the US are 35% deposit, 30-year loan term, interest from 5-6.5%.
If the loan required 15 to 30 years to be paid off, can I pay early?
Normally, a loan agreement will stipulate that the right to pay no earlier than 3 years. If you pay early, you will be fined.
What kind of house insurance do I need to buy when buying a house?
You will need to buy Fire & Casualty Insurance and Home- owner Insurance.
Can I rebuild the house after I buy it?
Usually, it must be in accordance with the rules of the neighborhood or area and it is often not possible to rebuild new one.
Who do I give my monies to and know that it goes to the regional center, so that I can get my monies back?
To make sure that you will get your monies back, when you sign with the regional center, you need to sign the subscription agreement and the private placement memorandum, which specifies the company that you are investing in. The regional center should also provide the trust account information, the operating agreement for the investment vehicle, and also the banking information to transfer money.
How do we know if USCIS-approved?
- Duong Global only works with USCIS approved projects.
- Alternatively, you can go to the USCIS website and, find the approved projects and regional centers at https://www.uscis.gov/working-united-s…al-centers.
What happens to my monies if my I-526 is not approved?
When your I-526 is not approved, if the regional center has a I-526 guarantee, then they will return all your EB5 investment amount back ($900,000 USD) and some will also return the administrative fees back as well. The timing is usually within 90 days after getting USCIS denial notice.
If I need to transfer money, what are some of the legal methods?
There are 2 legal methods that you can use to transfer money:
- License to transfer money abroad (if required by local authorities).
- Using a money transfer service.
What is the minimum time to live in the US?
Different law firms and regional centers have different risk aversion and may advise differently. However, the most conservative and safest way for you to get the visa is to stay at least 183 days for each of the 2 years of conditional permanent residency.
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