The U.S. Department of State has published the August 2026 Visa Bulletin. The Employment-Based Fifth Preference (EB-5) visa categories are as follows: Chart A: Final Action Dates Mainland China – The EB-5 Unreserved category remains unchanged, with a priority date of December 1, 2016. India – The EB-5 Unreserved category remains UNAVAILABLE. All EB-5 set-aside categories remain CURRENT. Chart B: Dates for Filing Mainland China – The EB-5 Unreserved category remains unchanged,

ARCFE × iCross Capital were honored to participate in the groundbreaking ceremony of the AG21/AG22 project, now officially named The Vera, a landmark residential development in the heart of Long Island City (LIC), Queens. This event marks the beginning of another exciting chapter for one of NYC’s most dynamic neighborhoods and represents another major milestone for United Construction & Development Group, one of the most active and accomplished developers in the NYC residenti

When evaluating an EB-5 investment, many investors naturally focus on immigration outcomes, such as project approvals, job creation, and the likelihood of obtaining permanent residency. While these are undoubtedly critical factors, the underlying project deserves just as much attention. At its core, an EB-5 investment is still an investment. The project’s location and the market demand surrounding it can significantly influence construction progress, project success, loan re

A joint venture of PGIM Real Estate, Tribeca Investment Group and Meadow Partners has secured a $228.9 million refinancing loan for 295 Fifth Avenue, a renovated office building in Manhattan’s Midtown South neighborhood. According to Commercial Observer, Rialto Capital Management and Hines provided the new floating-rate, interest-only bridge loan. The financing was arranged by Walker & Dunlop. Also known as the Textile Building, 295 Fifth Avenue is a 19-story office property

On July 17, 2026, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) finalized a rule ending the long-standing Duration of Status (D/S) policy for F-1 international students and J-1 exchange visitors. Beginning September 15, 2026, individuals entering the U.S. under F or J status will no longer receive an open-ended period of stay tied solely to maintaining their status. Instead, they will be admitted for the length of their academic or exchange program, subject to a maximum admi

Not all EB-5 real estate investments occupy the same position within a project. A project may be financed through a Senior Loan, Mezzanine Loan, Preferred Equity, Common Equity, or a combination of these sources. Together, these layers form the capital stack. Understanding this structure helps investors compare repayment priority, collateral, and relative risk before selecting an EB-5 project. 1. Senior Loan A Senior Loan generally sits at the top of the capital stack. It is

Event venue operator Glasshouses has signed a long-term lease for approximately 70,000 square feet at 3 World Trade Center, where it plans to establish its new flagship Lower Manhattan location, Glasshouse Downtown. The venue will be located at 175 Greenwich Street within the Westfield World Trade Center complex. It will occupy two full floors at the base of the tower and is being designed to accommodate nearly 1,500 guests. Glasshouse Downtown is expected to host corporate m

NYC investment sales reached $17.38 billion during the first half of 2026, according to preliminary data from Ariel Property Advisors’ H1 2026 All Asset Investment Sales Report. The market recorded 1,224 transactions involving 1,651 properties. Compared with the first half of 2025, total dollar volume increased 37 percent, transaction volume rose 5 percent and property volume increased 8 percent. This marked New York City’s strongest first-half investment sales performance si

Apex Building Group and L+M Development Partners have secured more than $217 million in financing for the third phase of Alafia, a large-scale affordable housing community in the Spring Creek section of East New York, Brooklyn. Developed in partnership with RiseBoro Community Partnership and Services for the UnderServed, Alafia Phase III will include two residential buildings with a combined 273 affordable apartments. The phase is expected to be completed in 2029. According t