Immigration Through Investment
TABLE OF CONTENTS WHO WE ARE
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OUR PHILOSOPHY
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VERTICALLY INTEGRATED
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OUR BUSINESS MODEL
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AWARD WINNING DEVELOPMENTS
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EB-5 INVESTMENT BENEFITS
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EB-5 TIMELINE AND PROCESS
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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PROJECT HISTORY
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LOCAL ROOTS, GLOBAL REACH H
WHO WE ARE
OUSTON EB5 IS UNIQUE IN THAT we invest alongside our clients and are a team of immigrants just like you. Headquartered in Houston, TX with offices all around the world and proven business opportunities offered across the United States, we assist international investors with gaining permanent U.S. residency in return for making a qualified investment. Over the years, the Houston EB5 team has worked diligently to provide success for clients on I-526 and I-829 approvals, sponsoring over 1,600 green cards for investors and their families.
20+ SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED EB-5 PROJECTS
1,600+ GREEN CARDS SPONSORED
$450+ MILLION EB-5 CAPITAL INVESTED
15+ YEARS OF EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE Certified by United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) as an EB-5 Regional Center since 2011, Houston EB5 now holds over a decade of experience and is one of the only regional centers to successfully assist clients from obtaining conditional residency to the repayment of investment with profits. Our completed projects range from multi-family, retail, residential, and operational businesses.
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Your family obtaining U.S. citizenship is more than just a powerful dream – it is the most fulfilling part of what we do. I did it myself through an EB-5 investment and am now helping others safely and legally follow the same path.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
– Roberto Contreras Sr., Chairman
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OBERTO CONTRERAS SR. WAS BORN IN MEXICO and moved to the United States in 1984 as a student at the University of Houston. Armed with his trademark entrepreneurial spirit, he has since earned respect as the recipient of numerous awards for his international business success, including Ernst & Young’s Entrepreneur of the Year Award in 2002 and the 2017 “Arrival Award” by the University of Houston Law Center recognizing outstanding immigrant achievement. Through the EB-5 program, Roberto Contreras Sr. finally became a United States citizen in 2008. Less than three years later, he established a regional center that would help other families just like his in taking the same steps toward prosperity.
“No doubt my dad was the biggest influence on the professional side of my life,” Contreras Sr. has stated many times. It is only natural that his own son, Roberto Contreras IV, Chief Executive Officer of Houston EB5, echoes the exact same sentiment about him. Day in and day out, the two work a stone’s throw from one another building a legacy of helping other immigrants fulfill their story.
Roberto Sr. has been featured in:
Visions of Tomorrow
Roberto Contreras Sr. pictured with his son, Robert Contreras IV
SHARED EXPERIENCE
A TEAM OF IMMIGRANTS WORKING FOR IMMIGRANTS
ROBERTO CONTRERAS
PAREL PATEL
ROBERTO CONTRERAS IV
CHAIRMAN
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
JAMES W. KELLY
ALEXANDRA CERVERA
CARL FRANJI
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
REGIONAL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
ASH HARLEY-MAJIC MARKETING MANAGER
CELESTE SANCHEZ INVESTOR RELATIONS COORDINATOR
PARDEEP KUMAR, CFA
ACHO AZUIKE
MANAGING DIRECTOR
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER, DC PARTNERS
MAGALY SÁNCHEZ
SIMON WEINER
DIRECTOR OF INVESTOR RELATIONS
OPERATIONS, INVESTOR RELATIONS
JITANG FU
HELUSHA DESAI
SCARLETT CAI
MARKETING ASSOCIATE
PROJECT ACCOUNTANT
CHINA REPRESENTATIVE
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UCH LIKE ROBERTO Contreras Sr., our leadership team is wellversed in utilizing the EB-5 investment program to secure U.S. residency through a qualified investment. Pardeep Kumar, CFA, Managing Director, brings extensive expertise in immigration. Born in Pakistan and raised in the Gulf region of the Middle East, he maintains strong family ties to India. Chief Operating Officer, Acho Azuike grew up as a first-generation American, the son of Nigerian immigrants who not only fought to get into the U.S. but also to stay here on permanent citizenship. Your story should never be referenced exclusively by decimal points. When contacting us, you are becoming a part of the Houston EB5 family, someone seeking a better life and brighter future for you and your loved ones—just like us.
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We strictly adhere to our investment thesis, focusing only on Class A and hospitality projects with a residential component—where we have true expertise and deliver lasting value.
VERTICALLY INTEGRATED
– Pardeep Kumar, Managing Director
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Since 2011, DC Partners and Houston EB5 have jointly developed projects totaling more than $1.5 billion USD in value. Each opportunity is carefully vetted and pursued via an investment vehicle designed to achieve specific targeted return objectives.
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As both a regional center and developer, we are committed to structuring and raising EB-5 capital for high-quality projects—whether our own developments or those led by trusted partners.
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– Roberto Contreras IV, Chief Executive Officer
Our commitment to responsible stewardship of EB-5 funds means that we adhere to strict project underwriting standards. To protect investor interest we only offer projects we develop or hold the senior loan position. The best commercial real estate firms stick to a niche that they know well. Our niche is Class A Luxury developments in Class A locations. With more than 25 years of real estate development experience, we ensure capital is strategically managed and protected
OUR PARTNERS To ensure transparency, Houston EB5/DC Partners has engaged Proxy Wealth Advisors, an independent third-party fund administrator, to oversee EB-5 investment funds. As a designated signatory on project bank accounts, Proxy Wealth Advisors approves all fund disbursements, ensuring they align with USCIS-permissible, job-creating expenses. They also provide real-time reporting on fund usage and job creation, giving investors clear insight into their investment’s impact.
As an investor, you’ll have access to our exclusive Investor Portal, where you can stay informed about your investment and immigration journey. Houston EB5 provides comprehensive reporting, delivering regular updates on project progress, job creation, and fund status. We also supply detailed investment documentation and collaborate with immigration attorneys to support your I-526 and I-829 petitions.
INVESTMENT PHILOSOPHY
STEWARDSHIP + DEVELOPMENT EXPERIENCE
Arabella
2016 HBJ’s – Landmark Awards 2016 | Deal of the Year – Winner 2019 HBJ’s – Landmark Awards 2019 | Multifamily – Winner
Marlowe
AWARD WINNING PROJECTS
2019 HBJ’s Landmark Awards | Multifamily – Finalist
The Arts Residences at Thompson San Antonio 2020 SABJ’s Best Hospitality Project – Winner 2020 SABJ’s Best Multiuse Project - Winner
The Allen Development
2024 ULI Houston Mixed-Use - Finalist 2024 REDNews Mixed-Use - Finalist 2024 HBJ’s Landmark Awards 2024 Mixed-Use – Finalist
Thompson Houston
2024 REDNews Hotel/Hospitality - Winner 2025 HBJ’s – Landmark Awards | Hospitality Finalist 2025 Hyatt Best New Hotel Award Winner
The Lifestyle Pavilion at The Allen
2023 HBJ’s Landmark Awards 2023 Retail Category Winner 2023 Houston REDnews Awards Lifestyle Category - Winner
Residences at The Allen
2024 REDNews Urban Multifamily - Winner
4411 San Felipe
2023 Houston REDnews Awards Mixed-Use – Finalist 2023 HBJ’s– Landmark Award Mixed-Use – Finalist
Family members of EB-5 investors (including spouse and unmarried children under the age of 21) receive green cards.
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Investors and families have the freedom to live, work and retire anywhere they choose in the United States – there is no requirement to live near the site of investment.
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Investors are not responsible for day-to-day management of the commercial enterprise.
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Investment capital can come from any lawful source, including gifts, inheritances, loans and business ownership.
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Investors with EB-5 Green Cards may travel outside of the United States and return without a visa.
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Investors enjoy the same benefits as other US residents – including resident discount on tuition to attend US colleges and universities.
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Investors may apply for full US citizenship after 5 years of being a green card holder.
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Investors will hold the ability to develop and run their own business.
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Investors can also sponsor green cards for relatives.
EB-5 INVESTMENT BENEFITS
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GETTING YOUR GREEN CARD THROUGH THE EB-5 VISA PROGRAM
STEP 1: PREPARATION
After we have had a chance to discuss the EB-5 program, process, and our background, your first step is to complete an investor suitability questionnaire. Then you will need to retain an immigration attorney to begin documenting the Source and Path of Fund for your capital. If you do not have an immigration attorney, we can refer you to one who is fully qualified.
STEP 2:
I-526E PETITION
Timeline to Conditional Green Card
16-24 Months
After your attorney clears the funds, you will make the investment and submit the I-526E petition for a conditional green card. USCIS target approval time is 6 months for rural projects and 12 months for other projects. Upon approval of the I-526E, investors living abroad will undergo consular processing for the EB-5 visa of the applicant, spouse, and unmarried children under 21. You will receive conditional green cards upon US entry. If you are living in the U.S., then your Adjustment of Status will begin to be processed. Both of these routes could take approximately 6-12 months but depend upon the availability of local consulates at that time.
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From preparing their first petition to delivering their return of capital, we pride ourselves on walking investors through the entire process so they always know exactly where they stand.
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CONDITIONAL GREEN CARD Once you received the conditional green card, you will have all the benefits of a permanent green card holder; however, it will be valid for only 2 years. After 21 months of conditional residency have passed, your immigration attorney will submit the I-829 petition to remove the conditions from the green card.
– Magaly Sánchez, Director of Investor Relations
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STEP 4: *I-526E average processing times mandated by the “EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022” (RIA). Historically, 12-24 months. In recent years pre-RIA years, up to 5 years. I-526E petitions are approved after the I-956F project petition is approved. *Average I-829 processing time by the RIA. Historically 18-24 months. In recent years preRIA years, up to 4 years. *Processing times may vary and are subject to change. Houston EB5 is not directly responsible for investor processing times matching the exact time frame illustrated above.
I-829 PETITION (PERMANENT GREEN CARD) At this time, the proof of job creation is submitted and examined . Following the approval, your green card will become permanent, and you are eligible for citizenship after 5 years of Lawful Permanent Residency. 12
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do I have to live in the U.S. during the process? No. If you’re already in the U.S. on a valid visa, you can apply for Adjustment of Status (AOS) and stay while your application is processed. If you’re outside the U.S., you’ll go through Consular Processing, attending a visa interview before entering with your EB-5 visa. What is the difference between a conditional and permanent Green Card? Do I need previous business experience or education? No. Investors do not need prior business experience or a minimum education level. The only requirements are that the investment funds are lawfully obtained and that the investor provides necessary personal background documentation to USCIS. Do I have to live where the EB-5 project is based? No. EB-5 investors can live anywhere in the U.S., regardless of where their investment project is located.
EB-5 investors first receive a conditional Green Card valid for two years. After 21 months, they must apply to remove conditions by proving the required investment was made and jobs were created. Once approved, they receive a permanent Green Card with the same rights and privileges. What is the difference between permanent residency and citizenship? Green Card holders (permanent residents) have most of the same rights as U.S. citizens, except they cannot vote or access certain public benefits. After five years, permanent residents can apply for U.S. citizenship.
Why would an EB-5 visa application be rejected? The most common reason is insufficient documentation of the source of funds. USCIS requires a well-documented financial history to ensure compliance with anti-money laundering laws. Providing comprehensive documentation upfront helps avoid delays or denials.
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The beauty of choosing the EB-5 program is there is no such thing as an ideal investor. Foreign investors in our projects include people from a wide variety of countries, cultures, and personal or professional backgrounds. – Acho Azuike, Chief Operating Officer, DC Partners
What is the role of the Regional Center? The Regional Center serves as the General Partner of the Limited Partnership, overseeing investor interests and managing daily operations of the investment.
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DON’T SEE YOUR QUESTION ANSWERED HERE? Inquire at info@houstoneb5.com about whatever it is you need clarified and we’ll be happy to give you the in-depth answer you’re seeking. We have team members to dialogue with you in the following languages; English, Spanish, Portuguese, Hindi, or Mandarin.
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A PROVEN HISTORY OF SUCCESS O
UR BUSINESS MODEL IS SIMPLE: WE DO NOT FAIL ON BEHALF OF OUR INVESTORS. Working hand-in-hand with multiple immigration attorneys, economists, local political figures, and our affiliated companies, we surpass all requirements to deliver repeatable, predictable results.
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I-526 PROJECT APPROVAL RATE
I-829 PERMANENT GREEN CARD APPROVAL RATE
HOUSTON EB5 PROJECTS
Astoria Uptown | Houston, Texas Marlowe Downtown | Houston, Texas Eighteen25 Downtown | Houston, Texas Arabella Uptown | Houston, Texas The Arts Residences (& Thompson San Antonio - Riverwalk) River Walk | San Antonio, Texas 4411 San Felipe Mixed-Use Office & Retail Uptown | Houston Moderno Porcelain Works Fastest Growing Surfacing Company in the Nation | 12 Locations The Meuse 22-Acre Mixed-Use Development Texas Wine Country I Fredericksburg, Texas The Allen Phase I & II Mixed-Use Development Buffalo Bayou Park | Houston, Texas
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