Freedom to travel inside and outside of the U.S.
Invest in the future.
Build communities. Secure residency.
HomeFed EB-5 offers investors and their families the opportunity to pursue a secure path to U.S permanent residency while supporting the U.S. economy and creating new jobs.
Our Story
HomeFed is a real estate development company that owns and operates one of the only EB-5 Regional Center in the industry that is owned by a publicly traded company.
Mission and Philosophy
HomeFed specializes in creating vibrant, mixed-use master-planned communities that combine innovative placemaking techniques and environmental stewardship.
Every moment is valuable, especially when it comes to securing your future and investments. The EB-5 process can be a crucial step in this journey, and the sooner you begin, the closer you’ll be to achieving your goals. We’re here to guide and support you every step of the way. Please reach out to us for any questions or assistance.
WHAT IS EB-5?
EB-5 Investor Program: A Unique Immigration Opportunity
In 1990, Congress created the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program to grant preferential visa rights to foreign investors who stimulate the U.S. economy through job creation and capital investment. Currently, the program is administered by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) under the Department of Homeland Security.
The minimum required ‘at risk’ investment if made in a Target Employment Area (TEA), (defined as a rural area or an area with an unemployment rate of 150% the average national level), is $800,000. If the selected EB-5 project is not located in a TEA, the minimum investment amount is $1,050,000. Additionally, the EB-5 investor must prove that the funds used for the investment were legally obtained and the funds must remain invested and ‘at risk’ for a two-year sustainment period.
The EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022
The EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act (“RIA”) of 2022 brought a significant benefit to EB-5 applicants living in the U.S. with a valid visa. If this is you, you can now apply to become a permanent resident while still enjoying the freedom to work and travel without any restrictions. This means you can stay in the U.S. legally and maintain your lifestyle during the entire EB-5 application process.
HomeFed Corporation is proud to participate in the EB-5 program to raise capital from foreign investors to finance economically-stimulating, job-creating projects in San Diego County, California.
HomeFed’s current EB-5 offering, Côta Vera, is located in the Otay Ranch, one of the nation’s top selling master planned communities, and offers foreign investors a path to reaching their immigration goals in the United States.
Our clients come from around the world, and are eligible, along with their families, to become permanent residents of the U.S. by investing in our qualified EB-5 projects.
Benefits of Concurrent Filing
EB-5 Concurrent Filing
With concurrent filing, you may be able to file your I-526E petition and your adjustment of status (I-485) almost simultaneously and begin using Green Card benefits much faster than might otherwise be possible through other traditional visa options.
Free to work in the U.S. for any employer without sponsorship.
Eligibility to obtain an Employment Authorization Document (EAD).
EXPECT TRANSPARENCY,
VALUE & SECURITY FOR YOUR EB-5 PROCESS
$1 Billion +
Total Assets Under Development
Approximately
10,000
Total Acres Owned
More Than
$500 Million +
Total EB-5 Capital Raised
More Than
$100 Million
Total EB-5 Capital Repaid
WHY WORK WITH HOMEFED
It's a wholly owned subsidiary of one of the world’s largest investment bank holding company, Jefferies Financial Group (NYSE: JEF)
EB-5 Investors' loans are secured by a 1st Deed of Trust
Projects have a I-526E Refund Denial Guaranty
Priority Processing (Urban High Unemployment Area)
Largest Real Estate developer in the San Diego region and has been consistently developing award-winning communities for over 30 years
**Jefferies is not a participant in any HomeFed EB-5 offering or EB-5 funded project other than via its direct and indirect ownership of subsidiaries conducting such activities.
Regional Center Expiration & Inflation Adjustment Increase
assuming a 3% inflation rate per year and the next adjustment on January 31, 2027
On March 15, 2022, the United States enacted the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 (the 2022 Act) as part of a large omnibus budget package of legislation. It provides a 5-year reauthorization of the Regional Center Program with substantial changes, marking an achievement long-awaited by the Regional Center industry.
Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only. It does not: constitute legal, financial, tax, or immigration advice; create an attorney-client relationship; or serve as a substitute for professional consultation with qualified counsel or advisors. Each EB-5 case, transaction, and professional endeavor is fact-specific and subject to ongoing policy and regulatory requirements, which may change. Users should rely on current, official sources and individualized guidance when making EB-5 plans and decisions.
Takeaways
- Grandfather protections expire on September 30, 2026.
- For all current I-526E filings, the minimum investment is $800,000 in a Targeted Employment Area (TEA).
- High unemployment TEAs are determined only by USCIS and are valid for two years from project request filing, renewable in two-year increments.
- Amounts increase with inflation every 5 years.
**Retrieved from Analysis of New EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 (By Robert Divine, Shareholder, Baker Donelson)
Client Testimonials
It was great to work with the HomeFed team. They were always a pleasure to deal with and made the process very easy while answering every single one of our questions within 24 hours. Thank you for your help!
Jose E.
Client from Mexico
We are so excited that our daughter can now live the life she always dreamed of in New York City without fear of renewing a H1B Visa or sponsorship while managing her business with an EB-5 visa. We have never encountered such great customer service in our lives. Thank you again.
Mariana S.
Client from Argentina
We knew we were in good hands when we spoke to the team at HomeFed. They explained the EB-5 process and are constantly attentive to our questions and needs. We are very excited to enable job creations in the U.S.
Shlomo S.
Client from Canada
