Isolation or Paradise? New Zealand is famous for its stunning landscapes and has a reputation for a very high quality of life. However, for those considering a move, their residency through investment program is one of the most expensive--almost three million (US) dollars. So, when it comes down to it, what does one get for that price? Is everything that expensive? Does the remoteness get lonely for new immigrants, or is it a sanctuary from the chaos around the world? Still connected, but at a safe distance!

Mona and Rebecca are out to find the truth! Native New Zealander Mischa Mannix joins to discuss the pros and cons of the Kiwi lifestyle.

"Denied" Part 1:

As the Trump Administration takes a firm hold of all immigration, this is a word that is becoming all too common. Sadly, it's becoming a more common story. A person applies for EB-5. They listen to their lawyer, they follow all the rules, and they patiently wait for their conditional green card. Then, years pass. They get a job, buy a home, and build a life. They pay their taxes and become part of their community. However, at the final stage of the process, despite doing everything right, they get a denial. Worse, they get a notice to appear before an immigration judge. Why? And what can they do?

Unfortunately, more and more people are asking those questions. Why is USCIS issuing more Notices to Appear? How worried should people be? Has there been any success fighting these? Mona and Rebecca sit down with John Pratt to tackle the complicated thorny topic of denials in the final stretch of the EB-5 process.

Funding a Portugal Golden Visa

Portugal has jumped in popularity. The European nation has inarguably been one of the most popular golden visa programs to pursue. While buying a house no longer gets one residency, thousands are still choosing to make the country their home.

For folk from the United States, there is an opportunity to use 401K and Retirement funds to actually fund a Golden Visa to Portugal. What are the options or alternatives to using retirement funds for folk from other countries? Are there any tax benefits?

Mona and Rebecca sit down with Tiago Gali Macdeo to discuss funding options as well as to why Portugal continues to draw so many applicants from the United States and around the world. What challenges can one expect to face? And does the country really live up to all that hype?