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Giving Back & Legacy
Lead in your community
Don't just attend events—help run them. Volunteer for non-profit boards or lead industry Special Interest Groups (Women in Tech, International Professionals). Community leadership is a green flag for EB-1 and EB-2 NIW Green Card applications—it proves 'Exceptional Ability' serving U.S. national interest.
In many cultures, the "U.S. Dream" means sending money home. However, you must do this in a way that doesn't leave you broke in a high-cost country.
- Instead of sending money whenever someone asks, set a fixed amount (like 5% or 10% of your paycheck). This makes your budget predictable.
- Use low-fee apps like Wise or Remitly. Banks often hide high fees in the "exchange rate." Saving $20 on every transfer adds up to $240 a year!
Free Resource: Sending Money Home: Remittances and Supporting Family
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