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The Best of the Immigration Answers Show

The Best of The Immigration Answers Show brings you the top highlights from attorney Jim Hacking"s latest interactions on his popular YouTube channel. In each episode, Jim answers key immigration questions, offers practical advice, and shares his expert insights on the challenges immigrants face in the United States. Whether you missed a live session or just want the best moments, this podcast is your go-to source for staying informed about your rights and legal options. Join us and stay up to

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05:41

What does conditional permanent residence even mean?

The Best of the Immigration Answers Show ·

2020/12/31

Not all green cards are created equal. If you apply for a green card through marriage, you will most likely receive conditional permanent residence. Conditional and permanent sound inconsistent, don’t they? In today’s video, Jim discusses exactly what conditional residence is all about.

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04:57

What’s the deal with USCIS?

The Best of the Immigration Answers Show ·

2020/12/30

In this video, Jim shares many of his thoughts about the structure, integrity and processes used by USCIS. Tune in to find out what you might not know about this important government agency which holds the keys to long term survival in the United States. -

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03:58

Processing Times Pushed Back Further

The Best of the Immigration Answers Show ·

2020/12/29

We hear every day from immigrants who are mad that USCIS keeps pushing back the stated processing times. We understand and share that frustration. In this video, Jim shares his thoughts on the crazy rollercoaster of USCIS processing times.

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03:51

Will I Have a GC Interview if I-130 Already Approved

The Best of the Immigration Answers Show ·

2020/12/28

Norman has an approved I-130. He filed his I-485 application for adjustment of status separately. Norman wants to know whether he could be so lucky as to get an approval on his green card interview without another interview at USCIS. Jim discusses the purpose of the I-485 interview and answers Norman’s inquiry in this video.

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04:07

When Exactly to Apply for Citizenship

The Best of the Immigration Answers Show ·

2020/12/27

Mohammad asks when is the best time to apply for citizenship. Should he wait until the actual five year anniversary of his green card or to take advantage of the rule that lets an applicant apply 90 days early. Jim discusses in today’s video.

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04:14

Can GC Holder Bring Boyfriend or Girlfriend to US

The Best of the Immigration Answers Show ·

2020/12/26

U.S. citizens have much greater flexibility in trying to be reunited with a significant other in the U.S. than lawful permanent resident holders. In today’s video, Jim discusses the limited options for a green card holder in love with someone from overseas.

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01:01:41

Immigration Answers Show

The Best of the Immigration Answers Show ·

2020/12/25

At the Hacking Law Practice we're dedicated to spreading the truth about immigration in the U.S. Our goal is to get people the help they need so that they can live united with their families and live the American dream. I am passionate about my message because I stand for what I truly believe is right. We fight for immigrants and won't be stopping any time soon.

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03:56

Yes, USCIS is Checking You Out

The Best of the Immigration Answers Show ·

2020/12/24

Jim attended a recent naturalization interview. Prior to the interview, our client received notices from Google, Skype and Facebook. At the interview, we learned that immigration had been watching his family’s YouTube videos. Jim discusses in today’s video.

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56:08

Immigration Answers Show

The Best of the Immigration Answers Show ·

2020/12/23

At the Hacking Law Practice we're dedicated to spreading the truth about immigration in the U.S. Our goal is to get people the help they need so that they can live united with their families and live the American dream. I am passionate about my message because I stand for what I truly believe is right. We fight for immigrants and won't be stopping any time soon.

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04:42

Visiting Home After Withdrawn Asylum Case

The Best of the Immigration Answers Show ·

2020/12/22

A client of ours applied for asylum several years ago. While USCIS delayed his case, he ended up marrying a U.S. citizen. He obtained lawful permanent resident status through that marriage and then notified the asylum office that he wanted to withdraw his case there. Now he is wondering if he can go back to his home country - the country he said under oath that he would be persecuted in. Find out Jim’s thoughts on today’s video.

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03:40

Biometrics Delays

The Best of the Immigration Answers Show ·

2020/12/21

People have had it. Fingerprint notices are taking six or eight months to be sent. This is by design. Learn how the Trump administration is using the COVID pandemic to deliberately and purposefully delay your immigration case at USCIS. -

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04:21

Enhanced Background Checks Here to Stay

The Best of the Immigration Answers Show ·

2020/12/20

Lawyers across the country have been trying to get federal judges to kill off the enhanced (and extra long) background checks caused by CARRP. In this video, Jim discusses the status of these challenges and he provides his thoughts on whether enhanced background checks for some applicants are here to stay.

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04:05

Can’t Fit All Info into Forms

The Best of the Immigration Answers Show ·

2020/12/19

We recently took over a case and we found that some information was missing from the forms submitted to USCIS. When we asked our client why he had neglected to include all of the requested information, he said that was because the boxes were too small. Jim explains what to do when this situation arises.

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01:04:55

Immigration Answers Show

The Best of the Immigration Answers Show ·

2020/12/18

At the Hacking Law Practice we're dedicated to spreading the truth about immigration in the U.S. Our goal is to get people the help they need so that they can live united with their families and live the American dream. I am passionate about my message because I stand for what I truly believe is right. We fight for immigrants and won't be stopping any time soon.

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05:40

Green Card for Parents

The Best of the Immigration Answers Show ·

2020/12/16

We have been getting lots of questions about how to get a green card for mom and dad. In this video, Jim discusses adjustment of status through USCIS for your parents.

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04:50

Can Biden Do Immigration Magic

The Best of the Immigration Answers Show ·

2020/12/16

Everyone is wondering how much and how fast Joe Biden can change our nation’s immigration policies. But you need to be realistic and to understand what can be changed without an act of Congress.

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06:25

How Did We Help Get Client’s Naturalization Approved

The Best of the Immigration Answers Show ·

2020/12/15

Jim went to an interview last week in Virginia and he is convinced that if he hadn’t attended the interview, the client would have had his N-400 citizenship case denied and could have quite possibly put his lawful permanent resident status in jeopardy.

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04:02

Easy Way to Make USCIS Mad

The Best of the Immigration Answers Show ·

2020/12/13

In this video, Jim discusses a surefire way to make USCIS scrutinize your case heavily in the hopes of denying you any future immigration benefits. Getting a visa to the U.S. but never fulfilling the requirements of that video is one surefire way to cause yourself trouble at USCIS later.

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04:34

Can I Travel While My Naturalization Case is Pending

The Best of the Immigration Answers Show ·

2020/12/13

People want to know if they are free to leave the U.S. while their naturalization case is pending at USCIS. Jim discusses travel before filing the case, while the case is pending and right after your naturalization case is approved.

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03:54

Why Do Lawyers Hire the Hacking Law Practice?

The Best of the Immigration Answers Show ·

2020/12/12

You might think that a licensed lawyer would not need the expertise and experience of an immigration law firm. But you would be wrong. Our firm has been hired many times by practicing attorneys who recognize the value of working with experienced immigraton counsel.

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