2026-2027 EB-5 Deadlines Explained

2026-2027 EB-5 Deadlines Explained

In this episode, Shai is joined by Silu, a U.S.-licensed lawyer at, to break down the background of the Reform and Integrity Act (RIA) introduced in March 2022, the significance of the September 30, 2026 grandfathering deadline, the expected announcement of the EB-5 investment amount increase in January 2027, and the current program authorization ending on September 30, 2027. Together, they unpack what these milestones mean for investors and why waiting too long could impact future opportunities.

The Most Common EB-5 Misconceptions in the Age of AI

In this episode, Shai is joined by Silu, a U.S.-licensed lawyer at the American Legal Center, to discuss the growing role of AI in client decision-making. They explore how clients are increasingly relying on AI for information that is often conflicting, inaccurate, or misleading, and how this is impacting complex legal processes like EB-5. From real client interactions to common misconceptions, they break down why AI-generated answers aren’t always reliable, and why human expertise still matters more than ever.

From Application to Approval: Jay's EB-5 Story

In this episode, Shai sits down with Jay, a real EB-5 investor and client of the American Legal Center, for an honest look at what the process actually feels like from the inside. Jay walks us through his personal journey — the strategies that worked, including why naming his wife as the primary applicant was one of his smartest moves, what no one tells you about the visa interview until you're sitting in that chair, and why having the right team in your corner makes all the difference when it matters most.

EB-5 Regional Centers: How to Pick the Right One

In this episode, Shai sits down with Brian Oster, President of EB-5 Capital, and Haya for an inside look at one of the most established regional centers in the EB-5 space. Brian brings 15 years of real estate and EB-5 experience to the conversation. Episode breaks down what separates the best regional centers from the rest, and what red flags to watch for. Brian takes us back to the wild early days of EB-5, when over 80% of all applications came from a single country - China, and what that history means for GCC investors navigating the program today. If you're evaluating regional centers, this episode is your shortcut.

The Real Estate Roots of EB-5: Angelique Brunner’s Story

In this episode, Shai Zamanian sits down with Angelique Brunner, Founder and CEO of EB-5 Capital, to discuss her journey from real estate finance into becoming one of the most recognized leaders in the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program. With more than three decades of experience in capital markets and development, Angelique shares how her early work in real estate and project financing led her to the EB-5 industry in the late 2000s. They explore how investor capital supports large-scale development, and how the EB-5 program has evolved over the years.