Immigration looks vastly different today than it did a year ago or even a decade ago. Nonetheless, there remain vast reasons for immigrants to come to the United States; many of them for business and investment purposes. In fact, the creation of the immigrant investor...
What will immigration look like in 2021?
As fall sets in, we're nearing the end of 2020 -- a year filled with many unprecedented events. Needless to say, there have been many challenges for immigrants as a result.But what will the future look like? What can we expect for immigration in 2021? There is no way...
For immigrants, the American dream is not always easy
The idea of the "American dream" is often what lures immigrants to the United States in the first place. They see it as a land of opportunity, a country where they can improve their lives and find new opportunities -- for education, work, careers, family life, etc --...
Current restrictions could block thousands of green cards monthly
Travel restrictions are tight in the United States right now, and it is impacting immigration. It's unclear exactly when this will end, depending on a variety of factors, but it is clear that the new immigration suspension is both strict and controversial.With the new...
Detained immigrants face coronavirus threat
The entire country is feeling the impact of COVID-19, a novel coronavirus that has led to thousands of deaths and put many parts of the U.S. into isolation. People are encouraged not to gather in groups, and those who have it need to quarantine themselves so they...
Comparing recent immigration in the U.S. and Canada
One way to look at trends in U.S. immigration is to compare the numbers with other developed countries that offer similar opportunities. A recent report just came out comparing the U.S. numbers to our neighbor to the north, Canada.This report just looked at legal...
Reasons immigrants come to the United States
Immigrants come to California, and to the United States in general, for a whole host of different reasons. Every case is unique, with many factors to consider, and that's part of the reason that this can be a rather long and complex process.That said, a general...
Asylum approvals are down
Due to changes to immigration policy and attitude in the last few years, the number of people coming into the United States has declined considerably. Experts believe that the trend may hold, at least through 2020. The reduction could even become more notable than it...
Immigrants have a massive impact on American businesses
Many immigrants come to America looking for a new life. Often, that means a new line of work. Research has demonstrated time and time again that they help companies grow and start many new companies of their own.For instance, a mere 13% of the total American...
1 million people enter the U.S. every day
Have you ever wondered just how many people cross U.S. borders every day? Some of them drive over at specified checkpoints. Others fly over and land at a multitude of airports all over the country. Still others come by ship.When you add it all up, the U.S. Department...
