Immigration is a topic of concern for many people in Miami; however, not every foreigner who comes to the United States does so with the intent of staying. There are some instances in which you, as a non-U.S. citizen, may apply for permission to come into the country...
Month: November 2015
What should homeowners know about property easements?
Like many new homeowners in Miami and across the country, you might discover that your home title contains an item called an “easement.” What exactly does this mean? Simply put, an easement is a right-of-way provision that allows other people or entities...
U.S. employers are demanding skilled foreign workers
At , we are familiar with the concerns of immigrants who come to Miami and other parts of the United States to pursue employment. One of the ways you might be allowed to work in the country is by obtaining an H-1B visa. These employment...
After Paris attacks, new House bill may affect Syrian refugees
The recent terrorist attacks against Paris and other locations devastated the globe. After millions in Florida and elsewhere rallied to support France and renew their stance against senseless terrorism, fear began to take hold. Could refugees hoping to escape violence...
What challenges do unaccompanied minor immigrants face?
If you’re a parent, it might be shocking to imagine young children fleeing from violence to travel to another country in hopes of finding safety. Tragically, this is the case for thousands of minor immigrants in Florida and other states. According to the Center...
Veteran immigrants being deported
Thousands of immigrants, both documented and undocumented, are deported from the United States every year. According to the latest statistics by the Pew Research Center, over 438,000 immigrants were sent back to their home countries in fiscal year 2013. Out of these,...
Qualifying for a home mortgage and other loans after foreclosure
After going through a foreclosure, you may hear a great deal of conflicting advice. Some may say you can recover fairly quickly from this type of setback, or you might be told it can take at least a decade until you’re able to buy a house again. At [nap_names...
A large percentage of inventors in America are immigrants
With many immigrants coming into the country through Florida, immigration is an issue of concern for some Miami residents. They may not understand that a large portion of people born outside the United States contribute to American society and innovation in an...
Why is marriage fraud a big deal?
Most immigrants and citizens of Florida are aware of the possibility of gaining legal immigration status by marriage. As it’s been pointed out in previous posts on this blog, after obtaining temporary legal status in the United States, most immigrants have the...
Immigrants steal Americans’ jobs – or do they?
As one of the top states for immigration, with the Migration Policy Institute reporting 3.8 million immigrants in the state in 2013, Florida has its share of people who may resent foreigners moving in. One of the most common arguments against unchecked immigration is...