David and Fran Hodgkinson retired from local government consultancy posts before relocating to the USA four years ago via the EB-5 visa pilot program. They spent several months thoroughly researching options and felt it was imperative they immigrate via a green card route rather than any temporary visa. They felt after stressful high pressure jobs, relaxation in the sun with their dogs was the key consideration rather than having to set up and maintain a business in The USA, which is a requirement of other visa options.

Fran had retained great memories of America after student days as a camp councilor with BUNAC and the thrill was reawakened on holidays to Florida, including Disney.

Having looked at a shortlist of property options in Florida, they chose a ranch style home with 6 acres of land in Myakka several miles outside Sarasota as the ideal move from their home in a small town. Having personally cleared their land of scrub to design their garden, they feel their Florida lifestyle has given them even more than they expected.

They have been very happy with their decision to immigrate via the regional center program. The conditions of their green cards have been removed (successful I-829) and they are coming up to the stage where they could apply for US citizenship. They feel their particular selection of regional center has worked well from an investment perspective.

For detailed help in choosing a regional center contact Which EB5

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