ATLANTA (28 de mayo de 2024) — Peachtree Group («Peachtree») recibió la aprobación de la I-956F del Servicio de Ciudadanía e Inmigración de los Estados Unidos («USCIS»), la agencia gubernamental que supervisa la Programa de inversores inmigrantes EB-5, para el desarrollo de un Home2 Suites by Hilton en Boone, Carolina del Norte.
El USCIS resolvió la petición I-956F para el desarrollo hotelero en solo cinco meses.
«El hecho de que el equipo de Peachtree haya podido aprobar el proyecto tan rápido es un testimonio de la diligencia debida, especialmente cuando el tiempo de procesamiento publicado supera los 15 meses», dijo Adam Greene, vicepresidente ejecutivo de EB-5 de Peachtree Group.
Peachtree obtuvo 21,7 millones de dólares de financiación de construcción a tasa fija durante un plazo de cinco años para que Narsi Properties desarrollara un Home2 Suites by Hilton de 105 habitaciones cerca del centro de Boone. Esta histórica ciudad, situada en las vibrantes montañas del oeste de Carolina del Norte, está cerca de la Universidad Estatal de los Apalaches, con sus más de 22 000 estudiantes y profesores, y de muchos otros generadores de demanda, incluidas tres de las estaciones de esquí más populares del estado. Se espera que el hotel esté terminado en otoño de 2024.
«La construcción está en marcha, lo que demuestra un progreso tangible y reduce los riesgos iniciales del proyecto. Es importante destacar que, a pesar de que estamos recaudando capital para el programa EB-5, Peachtree ha conseguido cubrir el préstamo, lo que ofrece seguridad de ejecución para el proyecto y mantiene una participación accionaria alineada con el mismo nivel de riesgo que nuestros inversores del EB-5. Este compromiso garantiza que nuestros intereses estén directamente relacionados con el éxito del proyecto, lo que tranquiliza a todas las partes interesadas», dijo Greene.
El programa de visas EB-5 brinda a los inversores extranjeros la oportunidad de obtener una tarjeta verde a cambio de realizar una inversión significativa en una nueva empresa comercial que genere empleos en los EE. UU. Según el programa, los ciudadanos extranjeros que inviertan un mínimo de 800,000 dólares en un proyecto con sede en EE. UU. que cree o conserve al menos diez empleos a tiempo completo para trabajadores estadounidenses son elegibles para solicitar la residencia permanente en los EE. UU.
«Peachtree Group lanzó su programa EB-5 el año pasado para proporcionar una importante herramienta de financiación que nos permita seguir financiando proyectos que crean empleo en todo el país», dijo Greg Friedman, director ejecutivo y director gerente de Peachtree. «Se espera que este desarrollo hotelero genere aproximadamente 328 puestos de trabajo».
Acerca de Peachtree Group
Peachtree Group es una firma de gestión de inversiones integrada verticalmente que se especializa en identificar y capitalizar oportunidades en mercados dislocados, respaldados por bienes raíces comerciales. En la actualidad, la empresa gestiona miles de millones de dólares en capital a través de adquisiciones, promociones y préstamos, además de servicios diseñados para proteger, respaldar y hacer crecer sus inversiones. Para obtener más información, visita www.peachtreegroup.com.
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In a recent episode of the Peachtree Point of View podcast, Greg Friedman, CEO of Peachtree Group, sits down with Adam Greene, who heads the company's EB-5 program. Their conversation reveals how this unique financing mechanism can stimulate economic growth and job-creation while producing competitive advantages for commercial real estate investments.
For Peachtree Group investors, understanding EB-5 provides insight into how the firm enhances investment returns. The program works by connecting foreign nationals seeking U.S. green cards with development projects that need capital. These foreign investors contribute a minimum of $800,000 to qualifying projects that create U.S. jobs, and in exchange, they and their families receive a pathway to permanent residency.
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The EB-5 capital typically comes at a lower cost than traditional financing sources, as foreign investors are primarily motivated by immigration benefits rather than financial returns. This allows Peachtree to replace more expensive layers of the capital stack with this efficient capital, potentially improving overall project economics.
Adam Greene, with 14 years of specialized experience in EB-5 and nearly three decades in construction financing, explains Peachtree's innovative approach: Unlike competitors who use a "best efforts" fundraising model, Peachtree fully underwrites and commits to projects upfront, then uses EB-5 capital as a take-out strategy. This eliminates execution risk while still delivering the financial advantages of EB-5 funding.
The podcast highlights a recent $25 million Home2 Suites hotel in Boone, North Carolina as an example. Located in a rural area qualifying for the $800,000 EB-5 investment threshold, the project successfully incorporated EB-5 capital to enhance its financial structure.
The conversation also touches on the proposed "Gold Card" visa program under the Trump administration, which differs significantly from EB-5 as it involves a $5 million donation to the U.S. Treasury rather than an investment in job-creating projects.
Listen to the full episode of Peachtree Point of View to gain deeper insights into how Peachtree leverages EB-5 financing to optimize returns on commercial real estate investments. Follow Peachtree Point of View on your favorite podcast platform for more strategic conversations on investment opportunities and financing innovations.
ATLANTA (April 2025) – Peachtree Group (“Peachtree”) has successfully secured U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) approval for four regional centers:
These approvals allow Peachtree to independently structure and sponsor EB-5 projects within the designated territories, streamlining the investment process and enhancing efficiency in bringing deals to market.
The approved regional centers cover the continental U.S., giving Peachtree a national footprint to expand its EB-5 program. With these approvals, the firm plans to scale its EB-5 efforts, increase deal volume, and seamlessly integrate EB-5 capital into its broader investment strategy.
Peachtree launched its EB-5 program in 2023 with the appointment of Adam Greene as executive vice president. Since then, the program has received three I-956F approvals for hotel developments, including:
The Regional Center approvals, granted by USCIS, represent a critical milestone in facilitating EB-5 investment opportunities. Previously, Peachtree relied on third-party regional centers, which added complexity and extended processing times. Now, with its own approved regional centers, the firm can directly manage and file EB-5 investments, significantly reducing timelines and enhancing control over its platform.
“These approvals mark a major milestone for Peachtree, solidifying our ability to independently execute EB-5 transactions and accelerate our investment initiatives,” Greene said. “With this expanded capacity, we can efficiently sponsor and structure projects, further driving economic development and job creation across the country.”
Peachtree has built a strong reputation in commercial real estate investment, and the newly established regional centers align with its long-term vision of diversifying and optimizing its capital sources.
"Implementing an EB-5 program is an excellent way to access low-cost capital, diversify our funding sources and invest in job-creating projects across the country," said Greg Friedman, Peachtree's CEO and managing principal.
The EB-5 visa program allows foreign investors to obtain a green card in exchange for making a significant investment in a new commercial enterprise that creates jobs in the U.S. Under the program, foreign nationals who invest a minimum of $800,000 in a U.S.-based project that creates or preserves at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers are eligible to apply for permanent residency in the U.S.
"Looking ahead, we are committed to expanding our EB-5 footprint by increasing the number of qualifying projects and deepening our engagement with EB-5 investors. With a proven investment track record, national reach and execution expertise, Peachtree is well-positioned to leverage these approvals and solidify its leadership in the EB-5 investment sector," Greene added.
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ATLANTA (April 28, 2024) – Peachtree Group("Peachtree") has received its I-956F approval from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), the government agency that oversees the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, for the currently under construction SpringHill Suites by Marriott in Bryce Canyon, Utah.
The I-956F approval, granted by USCIS, marks a crucial step in Peachtree’s ongoing efforts to facilitate investment opportunities through the EB-5 program, which is designed to promote economic growth and job creation in the U.S.
“Securing USCIS approval for this project marks an important milestone,” said Adam Greene, executive vice president of EB-5 at Peachtree. “It highlights our continued focus on structuring and originating capital for high-quality developments that generate economic impact and long-term value for investors and communities.”
Peachtree originated $16.95 million in floating-rate construction financing over a three-year term for the development of a 127-room SpringHill Suites in Bryce Canyon, Utah. The hotel will be located about 10 minutes from Bryce Canyon National Park, one of the most iconic natural attractions in the United States. Known for its dramatic geological formations, the park draws more than 2 million visitors annually. The hotel is expected to be completed by mid-2025.
This is the third hotel development for which Peachtree has received I-956F approval, having previously secured it for its Home2 Suites by Hilton development in Boone, N.C.,and TownePlace Suites by Marriott in Palmdale, Calif.
“With strong travel demand, limited new supply and favorable market tail winds, well-located, newly developed assets are positioned to out perform their competitive set,” said Greene. “Construction is already underway, reducing project risk, and the firm has retained an equity stake aligned with our EB-5 investors — reinforcing our commitment and directly tying our success to theirs.”
Peachtree launched its EB-5 program in 2023 as a key financing tool to support job-creating projects nationwide. The firm remains committed to delivering high-quality investment and development opportunities through its expanding portfolio of EB-5 projects.
The EB-5 visa program allows foreign investors to obtain a green card in exchange for making a significant investment in a new commercial enterprise that creates jobs in the U.S. Under the program, foreign nationals who invest a minimum of $800,000 in a U.S.-based project that creates or preserves at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers are eligible to apply for permanent residency.
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