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PDF16 pagesApril 14, 2026

How to Choose a Regional Center: 15 Questions to Ask

A structured evaluation framework for assessing EB5 regional center projects, with 15 scored questions, due diligence strategies, and a comparison matrix.

Table of Contents

PDF · 16 pages

  1. 1Why Regional Center Selection Matters
  2. 2The 15 Questions
  3. 3Scoring Framework
  4. 4Due Diligence Beyond the 15 Questions
  5. 5Common Evaluation Mistakes
  6. 6Regional Center Comparison Matrix

What You'll Learn

  • How to verify a regional center designation is current and in good standing
  • What I 956F exemplar approval means for your petition risk
  • How to evaluate capital stack position and repayment track record
  • A weighted scoring framework to compare multiple projects side by side
  • The 6 evaluation mistakes that cost investors the most

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Topics Covered

  • USCIS designation and compliance verification
  • I 526E approval track record evaluation
  • Capital stack and repayment history
  • Management team background checks
  • Fee structures and timeline projections
  • Comparison scoring framework