Buying my own place: starting with the state
In Texas a Russian citizen cannot, in Florida — not everywhere
The US is the only country in the range where the right to purchase property depends not on the country, but on the state, and where a Russian citizen is named explicitly in the law. In Texas, SB 17 has been in effect since September 1, 2025: the purchase of any real estate prohibited, and violation is a state criminal offence. In Florida, SB 264 prohibits agricultural land and anything within ten miles of military facilities. That is why we the background check comes first, and finding the property comes second.
Who it suits. For those choosing between Miami, Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York. And especially for those who have already been shown a property in Texas or Florida, without mentioning the law.
What is included
- ⚠️ We check the state and the specific plot for restrictions on Russian citizens before any deposit is paid
- We cover the exceptions: on a student or work visa in Texas, one home for personal use is permitted
- Finding a property and verifying title
- Mortgage and financing for non-residents: what is realistically available and at what rate
- Ownership taxes: state and county rates, annual bill — calculated in advance
- We say it plainly: buying property in the US does NOT give you a visa, status, or green card
What the package does not include
Paid separately and directly, with no markup from us.
- Legal support for the transaction: handled by a licensed attorney or the state’s title company
- Purchase taxes and fees: paid directly
- Status: buying a home does not grant it — if you need status, that is a different package
- Guaranteed mortgage approval for non-residents
On January 21, 2026, the State Department suspended the issuance of immigration visas to citizens of 75 countries, and Russia is on that list. Applications accept applications, schedule and conduct interviews — but do not issue the visa. Non-immigrant visas (B1/B2, F-1, O-1, L-1) are not affected by the pause. That means the path the market keeps selling — ’apply and wait’ consulate» — it now fails to go through to the end, no matter how flawless the matter. Exactly two workarounds exist: a status change within the US if you are already in the country on a valid status, and a second passport from a country not on the list. We check both and tell you which applies to you — before you commit to anything you will pay. No end date has been set for the pause, so we keep your passport we check against the current list as of the date of your enquiry.
Texas, SB 17, in effect from 1 September 2025: persons with ties to Russia are prohibited from China, Iran, and North Korea, acquiring almost any real estate is prohibited — land, homes, commercial property. Exception: those in Texas on a student or work visa, one home for personal use is permitted. Violation — state criminal charge: up to two years and a fine of up to $10,000.
Florida, SB 264, in effect from 1 July 2023: Russian citizens are prohibited from acquire agricultural land and any real estate within ten miles of military installations and critical infrastructure. Provisions are made for fines and confiscation. The law was upheld by the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals. Miami is Florida, and buyers are usually not told that.
State and plot restriction check, property search, title, financing, and ownership tax calculation.
Prices are in US dollars and are all-inclusive — nothing is added on top. USCIS and State Department government fees are paid separately and directly to the authority: we state their amounts and show the receipts. Sales tax in the US is set by the state and city, so we do not quote it as a we don’t hide anything — the price you see is the final price. SVOY initial consultation — 150 $, credited in the cost of support. The short initial call is free.
Other points
Housing rental and purchase, documents, bank accounts and taxes, schooling, driving licence — 30 services in the USA, each has its own price.
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