Fund Company (NCE): SEQUOIA HEIGHTS RESORT INTERNATIONAL FUND, LP Project Company (JCE): SEQUOIA HEIGHTS RESORT JCE, LLC

Regional Center: EB5 Affiliate Network Southeast Regional Center, LLC (EB5AN) is a USCIS-approved regional center owned and operated by EB5AN, one of the leading EB-5 consulting firms in the United States. 1. It is also one of the largest regional center operators in the United States This project is affiliated with EB5 Affiliate Network Southeast Regional Center, LLC (regional center). The center is a regional center within a group of companies that provides a range of services related to EB-5 investment immigration. These companies operate together under the "EB5 Affiliate Network" or "EB5AN" brand. Established in 2013, EB5AN is one of the leading national EB-5 consulting firms in the United States and one of the largest regional center operators in the United States. EB5AN owns and operates 15 USCIS-approved regional centers covering more than 20 states across the United States. The company currently sponsors more than 2,300 EB-5 investors from more than 60 countries in EB-5 projects across the United States. Regional Center I-956 approval rate: 100% EB5AN has been featured in several well-known publications, including Forbes Magazine, Bloomberg News and the Palm Beach Post

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EB5 Funds and Project Manager: Shen Zhaoju / Josh Clark Developer: Josh Clark

The economic impact analysis for this project is provided by the third-party EB5 Economist Consulting, LLC. According to this analysis report, the development of this project will create 220.2 permanent full-time jobs in the affected area, of which approximately 213.9 jobs will be generated by the development of the log cabins (Hard Construction).

The investment period is 5 years, but it could be as short as two years (see the explanation below). If needed to meet the minimum risk investment period for some investors' green card applications, the period can also be extended. The EB-5 fund company accepts investment funds from EB-5 investors and provides a five-year loan to the job-creating project company. The terms of this loan stipulate that each EB-5 investor's investment must remain in the project for at least two years (during this period, their investment capital must remain at risk to comply with USCIS's requirements for a minimum 2-year risk period). The repayment of the EB-5 investor's investment funds after 2 years and within 5 years depends on whether the project company can repay the loan early, whether the minimum required jobs have been created, and whether it complies with USCIS's policies regarding the risk period, to ensure that the investor's green card application is not affected (see PPM for detailed explanation).

We have launched the Sequoia Heights Resort (SHR), a development project consisting of 30 luxury log cabins for the EB5 program. Located near Pigeon Forge, around the Great Smoky Mountains which is ranked as the number one scenic spot in the United States, these cabins not only provide a high-end and comfortable living experience but also coexist harmoniously with the surrounding natural beauty and tourist attractions. In the same area, 98 cabins have been pre-sold, with 49 already sold, and some are currently available for short-term online rentals. The cabins have stable short-term rental income, and there is strong market demand for such luxury cabins. This project is part of the rural projects invested through a regional center within the Targeted Employment Area (TEA) under the new EB5 immigration policy, with the highest quota of green cards. It can accept up to 17 families' green card applications (each application's investment amount is $800,000, and the project management fee is $80,000*).

Investment Amount: The EB5 investment funds are $800,000 per investor (including the applicant, spouse, and unmarried children under 21 years of age). Project Management Fee: $80,000 per investor (this fee is waived for applicants with special needs children).

If the 526E application is rejected, the investment funds will be returned to the investor; if the rejection is due to project reasons, the project management fee will also be refunded to the investor (see PPM for detailed explanation).

Reauthorization Period: 5 years (until 2027) Minimum Investment Amount: $800,000 (TEA), $1.05 million (non-TEA). From 2027 onwards, the EB-5 investment amount will automatically adjust every 5 years. Reserved Visas and Visa Carryover: In the annual quota of 10,000 visas, 20% are reserved for rural projects, 10% for high-unemployment urban projects, and 2% for infrastructure projects. Any unused visas in a fiscal year will carry over to the same category in the next year. TEA – Adjacent Census Tracts in High Unemployment Areas: High unemployment areas in each applicable census tract and any adjacent area where the NCE primarily conducts business with an unemployment rate averaging no less than 150% of the national average unemployment rate. Similar to the definition in the 2019 EB-5 Modernization Rule. TEA Definition and Duration: TEAs can only be designated by the Department of Homeland Security or other federal officials. State and local governments cannot designate TEAs. The designation of TEA is valid for 2 years and can be renewed for another 2 years. TEA – Infrastructure Projects: Projects managed by a government entity (federal, state, or local) that creates jobs, receives EB-5 capital investment from a New Commercial Enterprise (NCE) as part of the Regional Center Program, for the maintenance, improvement, or construction of a public works project. Child Age Determination: If the principal applicant submits a new I-526 application, children who are 21 years old and have received conditional green cards, as dependents of a principal applicant whose conditional status has been terminated or I-829 application denied, can still be considered as under 21 years old (if still unmarried). Priority Processing: USCIS will prioritize (undefined) applications from rural areas. Concurrent Filing: If the approval of the I-526 application would immediately result in a visa for the EB-5 investor (i.e., the visa bulletin shows availability), they may file an I-485 adjustment of status application concurrently with or after the I-526 application. Job Creation for Regional Center Projects: Only 90% of indirect employment can count towards the required job creation. 10% of direct job creation can still be determined using economically and statistically valid methodologies. If construction activity lasts less than two years, only 75% may be indirect employment. Tenant occupancy can be counted if it's not a relocated job. EB-5 Investment Cannot Be Used to Purchase Bonds: EB-5 capital should not be used by NCE to purchase municipal bonds or any other bonds. Reinvestment Guidelines – Not for Stocks or Bonds: The Department of Homeland Security will issue new regulations regarding EB-5 reinvestment. However, the 2022 EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act allows reinvestment anywhere in the U.S. (regardless of the location of the regional center or NCE), provided that (1) the NCE has faithfully executed the business plan without significant changes; (2) the NCE has created sufficient jobs for all NCE investors; (3) the JCE has repaid the capital invested in the initial project; (4) the capital is at risk and cannot be invested in passive investments like stocks or bonds. Source of Funds Requirement: EB-5 investors must prove the lawful source of all funds for the EB-5 capital and for paying management fees and other expenses. Documents include all tax returns filed in the past 7 years. For gifts and loans, funds from gifts and loans cannot be used unless they are bona fide gifts/loans and not given/lent to evade any restrictions on permissible sources. Donors and lenders must provide similar source of funds documents, except for bank loans. Priority Date Retention: If the regional center, NCE, or JCE is terminated or prohibited from participating in the EB-5 program, the EB-5 investor may retain their priority date (and prevent beneficiary children from aging out), provided that within 180 days, the investor's NCE is affiliated with another approved regional center, or the investor makes a qualified investment in another new NCE. Grandfathering Clause: For any applications submitted before or on September 30, 2026, USCIS shall continue to process I-526 and I-829 applications, even if the EB-5 Regional Center Program expires. The program's expiration is not a basis for denial, and the Department of Homeland Security shall not suspend or terminate visa allocation to approved applications. You can also check our article for more information: What are the main contents of the 2022 EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act? (juzieb5usa.com)

The "EB-5 Reform Act of 2022" includes the following project integrity measures: Establish an integrity fund USD 10,000-20,000 per year per regional center (depending on the number of investors) EB-5 investors pay US$1,000, plus I-526 filing fee Before any investor files an I-526 petition for the project, the Regional Center must submit a Sample I-924/I-526. Approval is binding except in cases of fraud or material changes Regional centers must promptly notify USCIS of any significant structural changes USCIS must conduct regular on-site inspections of regional centers, NCEs and JCEs Regional centers must provide annual statements to the US Citizenship and Immigration Service and its investors upon request, describing the investor’s capital situation and demonstrating compliance with project requirements Regional centers must demonstrate that they have reasonable policies and procedures in place to comply with U.S. securities laws and prevent fraud DHS must conduct background checks on certain personnel in regional centers, NCEs, and related JCEs, and prohibit certain aliens from owning and participating in regional centers, NCEs, and related JCEs The Department of Homeland Security can terminate, debar, and penalize regional centers, NCEs, and related JCEs, and related personnel that violate EB-5 regulations Direct and third-party sponsors, including immigration agents, must register with USCIS, demonstrate compliance with EB-5 and U.S. securities rules, and disclose fees received and a description of services provided EB-5 projects must use a fund manager or commission an independent annual audit EB-5 capital must be maintained in a non-commingled account Administrative Appeals: If a regional center or EB-5 investor wishes to challenge a denial, revocation, termination, or sanction issued by DHS/USCIS, the party must first request an administrative appeal review from the USCIS Office of Administrative Appeals. This means that neither the regional center nor the EB-5 investor may seek judicial review (i.e., challenge the USCIS decision in court) until the administrative review process is completed. NOTE: This does not apply to lawsuits filed against USCIS for delayed approvals. Timely Processing: The EB-5 Reform Act of 2022 requires USCIS to conduct a study within 1 year to determine the fee adjustments (TEA) required for USCIS to timely adjudicate EB-5 petitions. Project receives I-526 approval within 90 days).

The U.S. EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program does not have high requirements for applicants. Whether you have business experience or not, regardless of your level of education or your English proficiency, you can apply. As long as you can legally and compliantly prove the source of your investment funds and do not fall under any of the conditions that disqualify you from doing EB5 (see the answer to that question), you can apply.   After a successful application, your entire family, including your spouse and unmarried children under 21, can obtain U.S. green cards together. Once you have the green card, you can choose to live in any city in the U.S., or return to work and live in China (however, you must return to the U.S. as per the time requirements specified for green card holders).

According to the requirements of the EB-5 program, investors need to invest a certain amount of money in the United States. The investment thresholds are as follows: Targeted Employment Area (TEA): $800,000, Non-Targeted Employment Area: $1.05 million.

Each EB-5 investor's investment must create at least 10 full-time jobs for American workers. In our investment project, we ensure that each investor will have at least 12 or more job opportunities.

Regional Centers were established under the provisions of Section 610 of the United States Public Law 102-395 in 1992, as part of the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Pilot Program. Their primary purpose is to promote economic growth in the U.S. through the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program. Unlike other EB-5 investment projects, Regional Centers must meet specific job creation requirements. According to EB-5 regulations, all projects must create at least 10 full-time jobs in the U.S. If investors choose direct investment, they must create these 10 jobs within their investment business. However, Regional Centers have more flexible job creation requirements. They can help create these 10 jobs through direct creation, indirect creation, or through the community expenditure of EB-5 project employees, to meet the requirements of the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Direct creation refers to positions created directly within the project, while indirect creation refers to positions created through supplying goods or services to the EB-5 project.

The 'EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act' enacted by the U.S. Congress, commonly referred to as the 'New EB-5 Act,' offers substantial benefits to investors and their families. This includes the concurrent filing of two important applications, allowing applicants who meet certain conditions to simultaneously submit both the I-526E/I-526 immigrant petition and the I-485 adjustment of status application, also known as 'concurrent filing.' Additionally, applicants can also apply for the travel permit I-131 and work permit I-765. There is no visa backlog for the EB-5 application, or the visa bulletin date has been reached. The applicant must have entered the United States with a non-immigrant visa. Comply with the requirements for the duration of stay in the U.S. Continuously maintain a legal status in accordance with the non-immigrant visa. Have no criminal record. Pass a health examination*.

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High unemployment areas refer to urban areas where the unemployment rate is at least 1.5 times the national average. Under the new policy, there are1,000 quotas for urban high unemployment projects every year

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This depends on your investment agreement and project specifics. Before investing, it is recommended to consult an attorney. In Juzi’s immigration project, if the 526E application is rejected, the investment money will be returned to the investor; if it is rejected due to project reasons, the project management fee will also be returned to the investor (see PPM for a detailed explanation)

The most important document for EB5 immigration investment is the PPM, which is the private placement memorandum for investment equity. This is your legal document for investment, containing many individual documents in a package. All the content and questions you are concerned about are reflected in this document. Remember, before signing and investing, get this document first and read it carefully with your lawyer or EB5 consultant to ensure you fully understand it. Make sure you are clear about what project you are investing in, and the specific process involved (such as the use of funds, repayment process, profit distribution, risk disclosure, fees, management, etc.).

EB5 is the one with the lowest requirements for applicants among all immigration categories. Basically, as long as you have money, you can apply. However, there are still some basic requirements. In addition to proving that the source of the investment of US$800,000 is clearly legitimate income, the applicant also needs to not have the following circumstances: (1) Persons determined to be suffering from an infectious disease of public health importance; (2) The person is found to have or has had a physical or mental disorder, and conduct related to that disorder that poses or may pose a threat to the property, safety, or welfare of the alien or others, or has had a physical or mental disorder disorder, and a history of conduct related to the disorder that has posed a threat to the property, safety, or welfare of the immigrant alien or other persons and that has the potential to reoccur or result in other harmful conduct; (3) Have been convicted of a crime involving moral issues, excluding purely political crimes; (4) A person who has been convicted of a violation of any law or regulation relating to a controlled substance and admits to committing or admits to committing conduct constituting the same essential elements; (5) Have been convicted of multiple crimes (other than purely political crimes), whether or not the convictions occurred in one trial, whether the crimes stemmed from a single scheme of wrongdoing, whether the crimes involved moral turpitude, or whether the crimes involved moral turpitude. Whether the individuals are known or have reason to believe that they are or have been traders in controlled substances; (6) People engaged in prostitution or commercial depravity; (7) A person who has committed certain serious criminal offenses in the United States, whether or not because of diplomatic immunity; (8) People who are prohibited from entering the country due to national security, related reasons or reasons related to terrorist activities; (9) A person who has been determined by the Secretary of State to be inadmissible for reasons related to foreign policy; (10) People who are or have been members of totalitarian parties, or people who have participated in Nazi persecution or genocide; (11) Persons who may become a public charge at any time after entry; (12) Persons who have been deported or refused entry and deported; (13) A person who seeks (or has obtained) a visa, other document, or entry into the United States or other rights under the Act by fraud or willful misrepresentation of material fact; (14) At any time assists or aids another alien who illegally enters or attempts to enter the United States; (15) Certain aliens have left the United States to evade or circumvent U.S. military service or training; (16) Persons who fail to provide documentation of vaccination against vaccine-preventable diseases (including, but not limited to, mumps, measles, polio, and COVID-19); (17) People who practice polygamy; (18) People who have been in the United States illegally for more than 180 days

As the name suggests, rural projects are projects set up in rural areas. It is a new investment orientation proposed by the U.S. Congress in the "Investment Immigration Reform and Improvement Act of 2022" (English name "EB-5 Reform Integrity Act of 2022, referred to as RIA"). It is a new investment guideline for urban and rural areas in the investment immigration industry. A product of compromise.

Rural projects must be far away from big cities, but projects far away from big cities do not necessarily mean they are EB5 rural projects. The definition of whether it is a rural project depends on whether the census area in the area where the project is located is rural. Due to the complexity and article length, it is impossible to explain clearly here. The easiest way is to look at the private placement memorandum of the investment and the economist's report on the project.

For applicants without a valid visa (referring to applicants within China): A. After submitting the I-526E form, the approval time usually takes 1-3 years. Once approved, a visa slot will be queued based on availability. After successful approval, you can go to the U.S. Consulate to apply for a visa. Upon entry into the U.S. after approval, you will receive a conditional green card valid for 2 years. B. After obtaining the conditional green card, you need to wait for 1 year and 9 months, then submit the I-829 form (for conversion to a permanent green card). The entire waiting process takes about 2 years. For applicants already holding a valid visa (such as F1, H-1B, E2, E3, etc.) and in the United States, you can submit the I-485 form to adjust your status at the same time as submitting the I-526E form, along with the I-765 work permit and I-131 reentry permit. Typically, the approval time for these applications is about half a year. This effectively allows you to live and work in the U.S. long-term and freely enter and exit the country. For applicants holding a B1/B2 visa, it is advised to consult an immigration lawyer 90 days after entering the U.S. to determine if you can submit the I-485 form to adjust your status. Submitting too early may attract the attention of the immigration authorities and could be considered as immigration fraud. The best advice is to wait and submit the I-485 form as per the normal procedure.

The October explanation under the new immigration policy stated that investment funds can be refunded for a minimum of two years, as long as the employment conditions are met within two years, and these two years are for the risk investment period. But is it possible to get a refund? Pay attention to the latest USCIS policy regarding the minimum risk period and the requirements for your investment project.

1.       "Families with special needs children (we will waive the project management fee for such families)."   2.       "Students who are about to graduate and work in the U.S."   3.       "Young people who are working with OPT or H1 visas."

For families with special needs children, if a doctor's diagnosis can be provided, we will waive the $80,000 project management fee for such families.

It is expected that urban areas will face high unemployment rates around March 2024. Rural areas currently have sufficient quotas and are not expected to face scheduling issues in 2024. However, for specific details, please pay attention to announcements from the immigration bureau.

Investors in the EB-5 immigration project have two options: direct investment and regional center investment. These two options have some similarities, but also key differences, mainly in the way job opportunities are calculated. Direct Investment (all 10 jobs must be direct positions): Some EB-5 investors prefer direct investment. EB-5 investors choosing direct investment must invest, either individually or with other investors, in a commercial enterprise that directly creates at least 10 new full-time jobs, with each EB-5 investor needing to maintain this for at least two years. The commercial enterprise can be structured in various ways, including sole proprietorships, joint ventures, partnerships, and limited liability companies. If the commercial enterprise is located in a Targeted Employment Area (TEA), the minimum qualifying investment amount is $800,000; if not in a TEA, then the minimum investment amount is $1.05 million. Regional Center Investment (10 jobs can be direct, indirect, or induced): Most EB-5 investors choose EB-5 projects sponsored by regional centers because they use a more favorable job calculation method, providing more job opportunities for each investor, thereby significantly reducing the immigration risk for EB-5 investors. Investors choosing EB-5 projects sponsored by USCIS-approved regional centers don't need to prepare any project-specific documents, as all required project documents are completed and organized by the regional center. All direct, indirect, and induced jobs created by the EB-5 project can be counted. Like direct investment, regional center investment requires each EB-5 investor to create at least 10 jobs, all of which must last for at least two years. Similar to direct investment, if the project is located in a TEA, the minimum qualifying investment amount is $800,000; if not in a TEA, then $1.05 million. Another difference between direct and regional center investment is the procedure for EB-5 investors to submit their immigration applications. EB-5 investors seeking direct investment can submit their applications with the help of a qualified immigration attorney. Therefore, direct EB-5 investors are usually responsible for collecting all supporting documents for their specific new commercial enterprise investment.

Based on the actual experience of our current investors, once the application is submitted, it usually takes about three months to receive the EAD card, and approximately six months to get the AP card. However, it is important to note that the approval time for I-526E (EB-5 Immigrant Investor Application) is not directly related to whether the EAD (Employment Authorization Card) and AP (Advance Parole Travel Document) applications are submitted simultaneously. According to the current processing speed of the immigration bureau, the approval of I-526E typically takes one to two years. Of course, last year's new legislation demanded improvements in the efficiency of USCIS's processing, and it is expected that the approval speed of the immigration bureau will accelerate in the future.

First of all, it is clear that the b1/b2 tourist visa is also a legal visa. If the applicant originally entered the United States with a B visa, in some cases, it can be submitted twice. If you want to submit it, you may need to wait 90 days after entering the country before submitting the application for status change. Please consult your immigration lawyer for details.

Simultaneous submission is particularly suitable for investors who wish to work and live in the United States as soon as possible. The main beneficiaries include students on F1 visas or those who have graduated and are in the OPT (Optional Practical Training) phase. People holding H1-B work visas can also benefit. Other beneficiaries include parents accompanying students and anyone who urgently needs a green card.

The main applicants of the EB-5 program can apply for their spouse and unmarried children under the age of 21. According to the Child Status Protection Act in the U.S., the age of accompanying children is frozen during the I-526 approval process (meaning this period is not counted). Once the I-526 is approved, the child's age will continue to grow during the visa waiting period until the green card interview at the consulate. If the child is under 21 years old at that time, they may have the opportunity to obtain a green card together with the main applicant. For specifics, please consult a lawyer and the official explanation from the immigration bureau.

The official website of USCIS is the most authoritative source of information.

The legal source of funds plays a decisive role in investment immigration cases. Generally, the following are common: real estate mortgages and sales, salary and bonus income, shareholder company borrowings, dividends and equity transfer income, stocks, Investment income from funds and bonds, gifts or inheritances, commission income, royalties, rental income, or other service income are also common legal sources of funds. 1. Mortgage loan: For example, for investment funds obtained through mortgage real estate loans, investors must provide all documents related to the entire mortgage loan, such as loan contracts, loan return guarantees, loan bank records, etc. , and proof of the source of the original purchase price. 2. Salary and bonus income: At present, the accumulated after-tax salary and bonus income of senior white-collar workers in China who hold important positions in the company over the past five years has reached the investment amount stipulated in EB5, so these The source of the funds is the legal source of funds recognized by the immigration law and can be used for EB5 investment. 3. Shareholder company borrowings, dividends and equity transfer income: Investors who are shareholders of the company (this fact is clearly recorded in the company's articles of association) can use the dividends received from the company (must Tax certificate of dividend income) as a legal source of funds for EB5 investment. There are other USCIS-approved ways to use money "belonging to a company" as a legitimate source of personal investment, such as borrowing money from a company. Loans can be used as personal legal investment funds as long as they meet certain conditions and provide relevant evidence. 4. Investment income from stocks, funds and bonds 5. Inheritance and gifts from relatives: Inheritance and donated property can be used as EB5 investment funds, but relevant evidence of the legal source of the donated funds needs to be provided by the donor 6. Other income: Commission income, royalties, rental income, or other service income are also common legal sources of funds We are project parties and funders, and we are very familiar with the situation of funds and projects. However, please read the business plan and PPM of the project carefully for specific information. Other information is provided as amateurs and is for your reference only. Please consult you for details. lawyer or check the Immigration Bureau website