Changes or additions to U.S. immigration law often influence large groups of people, from those wanting to come to the country for work or school to those who are seeking refuge from violence in their home countries. For immigrants living in the United States without...
Month: June 2016
New information request may appear on DHS screening tool
One of the primary goals of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and other federal agencies dealing with immigration issues is to protect the country from those who would threaten its safety. According to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection, there are...
Are these clauses in your lease?
Miami is a beautiful city, but its access to beautiful beaches and sunshine can make your search for a home challenging thanks to the high demand for property in the area. When you find a home that you like, it may be tempting to hurry and sign on the dotted line so...
Town’s new zoning law limits lawn options
Owning real estate in South Florida allows people a certain amount of freedom from the restrictions that typically attend leasing a home. However, just because they do not have a landlord imposing rules about what they may or may not do with the property, they are not...
Parole instead of admission after your inspection
If you are seeking entry into Florida or another U.S. port of entry, you may be going through the inspection process in hopes of being admitted. After achieving this goal, you may be eligible to apply for adjustment of status and become a legal permanent resident....
What is the inspection and admission process?
As an immigrant who plans to become a permanent resident of the United States, you must complete certain steps before you are eligible. According to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, your eligibility to file for adjustment of status depends on what...
Is foreclosure dismissal possible?
Falling behind on mortgage payments on your Florida home may cause some legitimate concerns about whether you will be able to retain your property. Once a foreclosure case has been filed, it may seem as if the process is on its way to completion. Events are not always...
Florida statutes limit condo association charges
Moving can be a costly undertaking in the Miami area, and the process typically includes expenses while searching for a place to live as well as those related to the lease or purchase. Whether a person wants to rent or buy a property, condominiums often have rules and...
Don’t lose your green card
Just as becoming a permanent resident in Miami and elsewhere in the United States is a process, there are things you should do to retain that status, too. This is particularly true if you plan to go abroad, as circumstances may arise that put your green card at risk....
What is a motion to reopen or reconsider a visa application?
Although some types of visa applications for people who want to come to the United States are more likely to be approved than others, there is no guarantee. However, if you have been planning to live or work in Florida, but your application was denied, you may still...