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EB-5 Considerations
Can an EB-5 Investment be Guaranteed?
Some promises, we hope, are for forever. However, when it comes to a “guaranteed return” on an EB-5 investment, the answer depends on the specifics of the...
Job Creation: What an EB-5 Investor Should Know
Many EB-5 investors seeking to speed up their Green Card process are aware of the priority processing available for I-526E petitions through a $800,000...
Investor Support
Matching CRE Investments to Your Needs
If you're considering adding commercial real estate (CRE) to your portfolio and have chosen to invest through private placements, the following four steps can...
Understanding CRE Sponsors
In commercial real estate (CRE) projects, several key parties are involved, with the sponsor—usually the General Partner (GP)—playing the most pivotal role....
Industry Trends
RIAs and Private Placements: A Flourishing Investment Category
The traditional asset allocation model that Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs) have followed since the mid-twentieth century is undergoing a profound...
Airbus A330 Aircraft for Teardown and Parts Resale
Carofin and Blu Miles announce a new aviation investment vehicle to finance the acquisition of an Airbus A330 aircraft for teardown and parts resale. BREVARD,...
Company Analysis
What makes a good deal?
Over the years, Bruce Roberts, CEO of Carofin, has evaluated thousands of investment opportunities. He is frequently asked why one gets the thumbs up, where...
Be Prepared: An Essential Guide To Private Investing
“Be Prepared” is the Boy Scouts’ official motto. It was constantly drilled into my 11- to 18-year-old brain over 50 years ago as we planned our troop’s many...
Securities Explained
Understanding Securities Structures in Direct Private Investments
Two fruits. Both are round, but each delivers an entirely different taste sensation and benefits to your palate. In a recent episode of the Direct Private...
Evaluating Venture-Stage Deals
Introduction Deciding whether to invest in a new venture is often challenging due to the many unknowns. In the following article, our CEO, Bruce Roberts,...
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Regulatory Requirements to USCIS’ EB-5 Immigration Program
Do EB-5 investments have to conform to regulatory requirements for selling securities in the U.S.? The short answer is yes. If you participate in the program, make sure to follow these guidelines. The U.S. EB-5 program (“EB-5”) has been in effect since 1992, and,...
EXPERT COLUMNS
RIAs and Private Placements: A Flourishing Investment Category
The traditional asset allocation model that Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs) have followed since the mid-twentieth century is undergoing a profound transformation. Alternative assets are edging closer to “core” investments, including within this broad category,...
Can an EB-5 Investment be Guaranteed?
Some promises, we hope, are for forever. However, when it comes to a “guaranteed return” on an EB-5 investment, the answer depends on the specifics of the situation. Carofin advises applicants to rely on their immigration attorneys to clarify what guarantees are...
EB-5: The Importance of Targeted Employment Areas for EB-5 Investors
Investing in a project within a targeted employment area (TEA) offers two primary advantages for EB-5 investors: a lower investment threshold of US $800,000 AND priority processing of Form 1-526E for rural TEAs by the USCIS. As of March 15, 2022, only the USCIS may...
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In the interest of accessibility, here are some terms that any investor should be familiary with.
