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The People Behind EB-5: A Conversation with Ameri Haus Invest Pete Calabrese

The Origin of the EB-5 Visa
The EB-5 program was established in 1990 with multiple objectives:Attract foreign investment to stimulate U.S. economic growth.
- Create employment opportunities for U.S. workers
- Create employment opportunities forProvide an immigration path independent of employer or family sponsorshipU.S. workers.
- Promote development in targeted economic areas
- Under the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), the U.S. allocates 10,000 visas annually for the EB-5 program, with a general guideline of 7% (approximately 700 visas) per country. However, unused visas from other countries may be reallocated to high-demand countries.
“We only select projects we would put our own family into.”
Tom Rosenfeld
CEO and President, Ameri Haus Invest Enterprises

Investment Criteria
- Capital must be “at risk” throughout the investment period, which is called sustainment period, usually 2 years.
- Must demonstrate legitimate source of funds
- Active involvement in business management
- Can be cash, equipment, inventory, other tangible property
- Loan proceeds may qualify if properly secured