In January 2026, the U.S. government announced a major change that will affect many people hoping to immigrate to the United States. Starting January 21, 2026, the U.S. will suspend immigrant visa processing for citizens of 75 countries. This affects people who are trying to immigrate legally through family-based or employment-based immigrant visas at U.S. embassies and consulates abroad. What Is the Visa Suspension? The U.S. State Department has announced that it will pause

Dear friends and clients, As we enter this Christmas season, I find myself reflecting on what truly matters: faith, family, and the gift of being present with the people God has entrusted to us. In a world that moves quickly, Christmas has a way of inviting us to slow down, look around, and recognize God’s goodness in every season. This year, I’ve had the privilege of walking with many families through important decisions about their loved ones, their estates, and their care.

Gratitude and Guidance

In the immigration process, many people focus on one goal, getting approved quickly. But what’s often overlooked is that the choices made during your application can have long-term consequences. Taking shortcuts, leaving out information, or trusting the wrong advice might seem harmless at first, but it can lead to something devastating later: losing your legal status or even your citizenship. Recently, this issue has made national headlines. The U.S. Department of Justice (DO

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