Mike-eeh and Odie

If the K-1/AOS process was so easy, than no one should ever get an RFE by DIY, yes? But yet they do. So if we had to guess, DIY is probably why visa/lawyer services were created, because there's so many RFE's as a result of not doing that super easy paper work.

Considering how much we pay doctors to keep us healthy or alive during an operation, you would think they should not make mistakes either, but they do. I'm not against people doing it themselves, but if one has an option to use a service to get peace of mind, who are we to say it is a waste of money?
For some people, like myself, I found that using a visa service was the best thing since sliced bread. It was 1/3rd the cost of a lawyer, gave us both peace of mind and assurance, and a guaranteed visa or our money back. What was not to like?

Well some people, like myself, wanted peace of mind and assurance that the paperwork was done correctly and submitted properly. The K-1 Process is difficult enough without having to deal with the hoops the USCIS makes you jump through in order to be with the one you love.

Not necessarily. At easyfiancevisa.com they guarantee your fiance to get their K-1 Visa or your money back (sans government fees of course).

The amount of RFE's posts via DIY on VJ far exceed the RFE via lawyers or visa services posts on VJ. That said though, lawyers are people too and can/will make mistakes. Furthermore, lawyers are a lot like doctors, there are good ones and there are bad ones. It's up to the client to find a good lawyer through research.
Here is a little blog on the pros and cons of a lawyer/visa service vs DIY from a K-1 Couple:
http://theresnoplacelikeoz.com/k1-fiance-visa-do-you-need-an-immigration-lawyer-or-attorney/
I certainly agree with them and had a similar reasoning in my choice to use a visa/lawyer service.

I disagree. The K-1 process is very time-consuming and one tiny mistake can cause an RFE, which will delay the process by 6 or more months. The K-1 process is NOT simple, even with the guides. If it were so simple, VJ would not be needed as a community resource, now would it?
Visa services are for those people who have money and not a lot of time, as well as wanting peace of mind their case is handled with very little error. In addition, visa services provide answers to legal questions most people on this site are not qualified to answer. So for the money, they are an invaluable service, and I would highly recommend one like easyfiancevisa.com for those who want peace of mind that their K-1 will be done correctly and have money to spare.

Its a scam. Here are your red flags:
1. The mention of a travel agent. - A travel agent cannot guarantee her a tourist visa.
2. One does not need a medical exam to visit the US on a tourist visa.
3. You can buy her plane ticket. - Offer to but her ticket and watch her stop contacting you or try to convince you that you cant buy her ticket.
4. She wont Skype you. - As an online gamer we have a saying, "All players are considered men until verified on Skype." She can totally go to any one of hundreds of net cafes and Skype you. My wife lived in the poor provinces in the Philippines and still could Skype me.
Do not send her any money. The lovely Asian that will one day steal your heart, won't steal your bank account. They will never ask you for money and will move mountains on their own to be with you.

^^ This ... also, the CO may have asked questions about you that she could not answer, for example, the CO for my wife's K-1 interview asked her the following questions:
1. What is your fiance's father's middle name? What is his mother's maiden name?
2. How many bedrooms are in your fiance's house? How many bathrooms?
3. What kind of car does your fiance drive?
4. What college did your fiance graduate?
She was asked a total of 10 questions, but these were pretty obscure questions, but fortunately she could answer them because we just would talk about everything and anything. That said, interviews can be pretty intimidating, especially when the one on the receiving end has a lot at stake and doesn't want to fail. Any sign of nervousness or hesitation could send red flags to a CO, so remaining relaxed and composed is key.
In addition, some who are interviewed offer too much information when asked a question. Answering short and direct is best. For example if the CO asks, "How old is your fiance?" Simply answer with the age. No need to offer up the birthday if it's not asked. I say this example because my wife told me a woman was denied a K-1 at the embassy because she offered up her fiance's birthday, which turned out to be incorrect by the birth year by one year (she stated 1970 instead of 1971). This woman probably would have received a K-1 visa had she not offered information which was not asked.
Keep us updated! Good luck!

From what you are telling us it sounds like he is waiting for his green card. Once he has that, he will divorce you and petition his ex wife and kids over. This scam unfortunately happens a lot. Do not file AOS.

Here's the thing. Your parents need to apply on their own merits. Your finances have nothing to do with their approval. That said, they should have proof they can afford the visit at their own expense, and transferring large amounts of money into their bank account, could be considered a red flag.

Why should you be worried? Trump is only targeting illegal aliens, not those who are immigrating the proper way.

Why should you be worried? Trump is only targeting illegal aliens, not those who are immigrating the proper way.

Why should you be worried? Trump is only targeting illegal aliens, not those who are immigrating the proper way.

Why should you be worried? Trump is only targeting illegal aliens, not those who are immigrating the proper way.

Why should you be worried? Trump is only targeting illegal aliens, not those who are immigrating the proper way.

You know, I really don't understand some USCs who marry a foreign bride/groom and never prepare for their arrival and expect them to adjust to the USA overnight. Before my wife arrived here I had bought her several nice outfits and warm winter clothes. I made sure to buy food that she enjoyed and find Filipino clubs so she can be comfortable while she adjusts. It's been 2 years now, and she is still adjusting.
That said, your husband should be the one to introduce you to the neighbors. He should also take into consideration your shy personality and have you connect with others on your own terms. In addition, he should have had the foresight to buy you clothes for when you arrived here. You left everything behind to be with him. He should be doing everything in his power to make you happy.

You know, I really don't understand some USCs who marry a foreign bride/groom and never prepare for their arrival and expect them to adjust to the USA overnight. Before my wife arrived here I had bought her several nice outfits and warm winter clothes. I made sure to buy food that she enjoyed and find Filipino clubs so she can be comfortable while she adjusts. It's been 2 years now, and she is still adjusting.
That said, your husband should be the one to introduce you to the neighbors. He should also take into consideration your shy personality and have you connect with others on your own terms. In addition, he should have had the foresight to buy you clothes for when you arrived here. You left everything behind to be with him. He should be doing everything in his power to make you happy.

You know, I really don't understand some USCs who marry a foreign bride/groom and never prepare for their arrival and expect them to adjust to the USA overnight. Before my wife arrived here I had bought her several nice outfits and warm winter clothes. I made sure to buy food that she enjoyed and find Filipino clubs so she can be comfortable while she adjusts. It's been 2 years now, and she is still adjusting.
That said, your husband should be the one to introduce you to the neighbors. He should also take into consideration your shy personality and have you connect with others on your own terms. In addition, he should have had the foresight to buy you clothes for when you arrived here. You left everything behind to be with him. He should be doing everything in his power to make you happy.

If you are looking to co-mingle funds, another way is to put her on your credit card as joint user. Some cards, like Capital One and Credit One banks do not ask for their SSN. In additions, some banks, like TD Bank, do not ask for their social security number when it comes to joint credit card accounts.

Because a K-1 pays more in fees, and the green card is only 2 years and conditional. A spouse visa, the fees cost less and the beneficiary receives a 10 year unconditional green card.

Seriously, with that kind of cash spent, he had enough for a K-1 AOS!

Duuude... They [many cultures] do that because they have no other choice in terms of raising money to provide for their families, not because it's "natural" to want to be away from their spouses and children.

I'd say they are more golden in comparison to a "never-been-a-CO" telling us otherwise.

I'd say they are more golden in comparison to a "never-been-a-CO" telling us otherwise.

It may cause issues, not certain though. The ability to support you should be on his own, unless of course he is using his mother as a joint sponsor, in which case she would have to prove she could support you on her own.
That said, bank account do not really mean anything unless there are issues proving income.