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

EB-5 investors often receive polished project presentations, attractive renderings, and clear immigration timelines. These materials are useful, but they should not be the end of project review. A serious EB-5 decision should go beyond the pitch deck. Before subscribing to a regional center project, investors should understand the project’s structure, job creation strategy, capital position, regional center support, and exit logic. A strong project should not only appear elig