{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Immigration Uncovered","title":"IU Episode 054: EB-5 Investor Visas vs. Trump Gold Card","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/95384e73\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3749,"description":"In this eye-opening episode of Immigration Uncovered, host James Pittman sits down with Divij Kishore, founder of Flagship Law, to discuss the evolving landscape of investment-based immigration to the United States. The conversation explores the current state of the EB-5 investor visa program and the controversial proposed Trump Gold Card.\nDivij shares fascinating insights about the $4 billion raised through EB-5 investments in 2024 and how these funds create jobs and stimulate economic growth. Learn about the differences between regional center investments vs. direct investments, and discover why set-aside categories might be your best path forward if you're considering this immigration route.\nThe discussion takes a deep dive into the proposed Trump Gold Card program – examining its $5 million price tag (compared to EB-5's $800,000), lack of job creation requirements, and unprecedented tax exemptions. Is this program even legally viable without congressional approval? Can it coexist with the EB-5 program?\nTimestamps:\n00:00:04 - Introduction to Immigration Uncovered and guest Divij Kishore\n00:00:49 - Current state of the EB-5 program in 2025\n00:02:35 - Investment thresholds and program reauthorization status\n00:09:11 - Increased audit oversight and job creation requirements\n00:13:57 - How the Gold Card proposal affects EB-5 perceptions\n00:15:24 - Visa retrogression and set-aside categories\n00:17:10 - Top countries for EB-5 applicants\n00:21:59 - The Trump Gold Card proposal explained\n00:32:32 - Job creation requirements and economic impact\n00:38:03 - Can both programs coexist?\n00:49:36 - Modern immigration practice: Technology and AI\n00:55:39 - Tips for exceptional client experience in immigration law\nWhether you're an investor considering the EB-5 program, an immigration professional, or simply interested in how U.S. immigration policies are evolving, this episode offers valuable perspectives on navigating these complex waters.\nLike, subscribe, and leave a...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/bnRAayIh0mWlJqO3YfcoDta8plTEUzlZEguZ-_X7FCs/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS84NWVk/YmExOTRiZjk3ZTRj/Yjk2YTIyZDRmNmY1/YzA2MC5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}