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Overview and Benefits

The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program grants U.S. permanent residency (Green Card) to foreign nationals who invest at least $800,000 in qualified job-creating projects located in rural or high-unemployment areas. Eligible investors, along with their spouse and children under 21, can obtain lawful permanent residency and pathway to US citizenship.

Green Card for the Whole Family

Investor, spouse, and unmarried children under 21 all qualify for U.S. permanent residency.

Live and Work Anywhere in the U.S.

No state or employer restrictions — enjoy full flexibility in where you live and work.

No Sponsorship Required

Direct path to a green card without the need for an employer or family sponsor.

Education Advantages

Access in-state tuition and top-tier schools as a U.S. resident.

Freedom to Travel

Enter and leave the U.S. freely without needing a visa.

Work Authorization

No work permit required — eligible to work for any employer or start your own business.

Pathway to Green Card

1 Invest $800,000
+ $80,000 Admin Fee

2 File I-526E & Place
Funds in Escrow

3 Funds Released with
I-526E Receipt

4 File I-485 Change
of Status

5 Conditional
Green Card

6 File I-829 → Removal of Conditions

Throughout

Project creates jobs → meet USCIS requirements

Concurrent Filing

1. Choose a Project

Select a qualified EB-5 investment opportunity (like this one) that meets USCIS requirements, including job creation and TEA designation.

2. Make the Investment

Invest the required $800,000 into the EB-5 project. Funds are held and monitored by an independent escrow agent.

3. File Form I-526E

Submit your EB-5 Immigrant Petition with documentation showing source of funds and project compliance.

4. Receive Approval

Once the I-526E petition is approved, USCIS confirms your eligibility for a green card.

5. Consular Processing or Adjustment of Status

If you’re outside the U.S., attend a visa interview at a U.S. consulate. If you’re already in the U.S., apply to adjust your status.

6. Receive Conditional Green Card

You and your family receive a two-year conditional green card.

7. File I-829 to Remove Conditions

After proving job creation and project compliance, you receive permanent U.S. residency.

Executive Summary

Bedrock Group is pleased to present an EB-5 investment opportunity via BG Oil Lender 1, LP, raising $49.6 million to fund the drilling and operation of 13 horizontal oil and gas wells in Lavaca County, Texas—a rural Targeted Employment Area (TEA). The project, led in partnership with GrayStreet Energy, targets the prolific Austin Chalk formation and is structured as a senior secured loan, offering investors a rural TEA designation, security in the loan structure, and a path to U.S. permanent residency and citizenship.

Key Highlights

Project Cost

$163M

Total project cost, including $49.6M in EB-5 capital

Job Creation

1407

Jobs created, 227% above EB-5 program requirements

Track Record

300+

Wells of proven operator experience backing the project

Secure Loan

$49.6M

EB-5 loan secured by wells, assets, Reserve Account, production, and contracts

Exit Strategy

3

3 repayment strategies: 
1) Reserve Account, 
2) Refinance of Project, and 3) Sale of Project

Speed and Success

Rural TEA Designation

This projected location qualifies as a rural Targeted Employment Area:


  • Population under 20,000
  • Not part of a metropolitan area
  • Eligible for priority USCIS adjudication and Rural TEA Designation Letter on file

Security & Structure

Investor capital is protected via:


  • The EB-5 Fund will see initial production prior to funding the EB-5 Loan.
  • Secured first position senior loan by all well assets and equipment
  • Collateral includes: land leases, revenue rights, equipment, and offtake contracts
  • Developer-funded EB-5 reserve account ensures repayment

No Minimum Raise Required

The project is pre-funded by the sponsor. EB-5 capital will backfill expenses already underway mitigating investor risk.

How Your Capital Powers the Project

Clear, conservative capital structure with sponsor backstop.

Uses of Funds

Wellbore investment

$143.90M

Land Leases

$16.25M

Legal and closing costs

$2.87M

Total Project Cost

$163.03M

Source of Funds

EB-5 Loan

$49.60M (30.4%)

Subordinated Loan*

$97.18M (59.6%)

Sponsor Equity

$16.25M (9.9%)

Job Creation

Each figure = 100 jobs

Required

Job Cushion

620 jobs required, 1,407 projected (227% buffer)

Job protections verified by Impact DataSource economic study

Job estimates include drilling, operations, field labor, and support staff

Your Return Pathway

Backed by production. Delivered through cash flow.

$8.35

$36.69

$62.00*

Oil/Gas (Boe) Breakeven Price

Oil Breakeven Price

Current WTI Benchmark

Project Cost

  • Conservative financial modeling
  • Experienced operator and project team
  • 3D seismic mapping used to reduce geological risk
  • Nearby wells already producing at high volume in-line with Sponsor projections

Investor Return Profile

  • 0.25% Preferred Return annually
  • Return of capital via reserve fund sourced from oil production revenue
  • 3-year loan term, with optional 1-year extensions

Repayment Waterfall

  • EB-5 reserve fund accumulates monthly from oil and natural gas sales
  • Preferred return distributed
  • EB-5 investor capital returned in full
  • Remaining cash flows support project upside and developer profit

Breakeven Analysis

  • Estimated breakeven: $8.35 Boe (gas and oil) to repay EB-5 capital and $36.69 breakeven for oil only, excluding gas.
  • Current oil prices far exceed this, with buffer for market swings

The Project at a Glance

What

Drilling of 13 horizontal oil and gas wells in Texas, utilizing modern geophysical data and horizontal drilling technology.

Where

A prolific location, adjacent to proven high-producing wells.

Why

  • Ideal timing: strong oil pricing + geopolitical tailwinds
  • Backfill investment structure ensures drilling and production in place
  • Full compliance with EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act
  • Project launch is independent of EB-5 capital

Texas Urban Triangle

1 Dallas

2 San Antonio

3 Houston

4 Austin

Why this Formation?

High Production Potential*

  • Manger 1H: 1,600  Boe (barrels oil equivalent) per day
  • Cowley pad (4 wells): 750 bbls/day each

Proven Geology

  • Brittle rock ideal for horizontal drilling
  • High porosity and pressure
  • Easy access to upper and lower chalk zones
  • 8,000 acres already leased, with seismic data and geological validation

*Production from adjacent properties and their developer reserve estimates

Offset Wells & Production Benchmark

Our project is surrounded by proven, high-performing offset wells in the Texas region. These wells serve as direct comparables and validate expected production results at our site. Independent third-party data confirms strong BOE performance across multiple operators in the area.

Key Points

  • Offset wells demonstrate sustained production in the location that is being targeting.
  • Peak IP30 rates from nearby operators average 1,000–1,600 BOE/day.
  • Cumulative benchmarks reinforce long-term well performance.
  • Adjacent acreage confirms geological continuity and commercial viability.
  • Data sourced from Enverus and regional operator reports.

Why Invest?

This project combines two of the most powerful forces in today’s global economy:

The U.S. Oil & Gas Boom

  • Rising global demand and supply chain constraints favor U.S. producers
  • Texas has some of the highest-yield formations in the U.S.
  • U.S. is now the world’s largest LNG exporter

EB-5 Reform Advantage

  • Rural TEA = priority processing + visa set-aside
  • Structured to exceed job creation and compliance thresholds

The Global Energy Picture Favors U.S. Production

U.S. oil and gas remains critical, profitable, and secure.

Global Demand Surged

3% in 2024, driven by Asia and Europe

Geopolitical Uncertainty

Global conflicts drive up demand for U.S. supply

U.S. is #1 LNG Exporter

With long-term export contracts in place

U.S. Government Policies

Favor drilling for 
energy independence

Total U.S. oil & gas market: 600B+ annually

Texas remains the top oil-producing state

Rising global LNG demand projected through 2040 (IEA, 2024)

Lifecycle of a Horizontal Oil and Gas Well

Permitting

(1 Month)

Surface and mineral rights secured, surveys completed, and permits approved by Texas Railroad Commission. First surface site already approved.

Construction

(1 Month)

Roads and pad built, tanks and pits prepared, and access secured for drilling.

Drilling

(1 Month)

Well “spudded,” casing installed, and drilling mud used for cooling and stability. Directional drilling guided by geologists.

Completion

(10 Days)

Perforation guns create entry points; hydraulic fracturing enhances reservoir connectivity. Production tubing installed.

Flowback

(1 Month)

Well tested for flow rate; temporary tanks measure production potential.

Facilities

(2 Weeks)

Separator units, pipelines, and storage tanks installed; water management systems added if needed.

Production

(Ongoing)

Oil and gas sold via pipeline or trucking; first revenue checks arrive in 6–9 months. Periodic workovers maintain flow efficiency.

Development Timeline

Your investment moves with precision and purpose.

2026

First wells permitted
and site prep begins; drilling of first 3-5 wells

2027

Wells 5-10 drilled 
and completed

2028

Final 3-4 wells drilled and completed; ongoing operations

2029 – 2030

Project enters full 
production; EB-5 capital repayment begins

Structured for Security, Built for Return

This EB-5 offering is built on a conservative, risk-mitigated structure with institutional-grade underwriting and multiple safeguards:

Secured senior loan with

  • First lien of all assets of the borrower
  • Equipment, and production revenue
  • Pledged equity interests in the borrower entity
  • Monthly funded reserved account with oversight provisions

Breakeven Price

Project pays back EB-5 loan at just $8.35 Boe (Barrell Oil Equivalent), far below current WTI market pricing.

0.25% Preferred Return annually to investors

36-month loan term with two optional 1-year extensions

EB-5 reserve fund to capitalize cash flow for repayment

Project Sponsor

GrayStreet Partners is the project sponsor, a registered investment advisor (SEC/FINRA compliant), and a privately held investment firm with a track record of over 300 wells invested, owned or managed, and more than $1B in assets under management across energy, real estate, and alternative lending. With expertise spanning regulatory law, reservoir engineering, and oversight of wells operations, the GrayStreet’s energy management team is well positioned for operational precision and compliance.

Kevin Covey

Managing Partner

  • Founder and managing partner of GrayStreet Partners
  • Significant track record in alternative lending, large-scale real estate, and energy

Laura Pommer

Managing Director, Energy

  • Former CEO of EnergyFunders
  • Led 150,000+ acres and 180+ wells

Paul Covey

Managing Director, Energy

  • Founder and CEO GrayStreet Partners
  • Over 50 years of leadership in chemicals, media, and real estate across the U.S. and Latin America.

Virginia Urban Light

Managing Director, Energy

  • Reservoir engineer and attorney
  • Oversees regulatory, compliance, and engineering

Operator

In 2010 Paul Black and Roger Braugh partnered together, and by 2015 they had formed Paleo Oil Company. Today Paleo has grown organically through drilling and strategic acquisitions of distressed assets, operating over 400 wells and managing 200+ miles of regulated natural gas pipeline infrastructure across the state of Texas.

Co-founder, CEO, a 4th-generation Texan, he has built and led multiple energy ventures with operational experience in both upstream and midstream.

Roger S. Braugh

President and CEO

Petroleum engineer and co-founder with 30+ years in upstream oil & gas. Paul leads Paleo’s operations and currently oversees 4,000+ BOE/day production.

Paul Black

Co-Founder

Why Paleo

Paleo delivers 4,000+ BOE/day of production across Texas, backed by a leadership team with decades of upstream and midstream expertise. Co-founders Roger Braugh and Paul Black bring a combination of deep local roots and technical excellence, positioning Paleo as a trusted partner in large-scale energy development. With a heritage tied to Texas oil and gas operations since the 1950s, Paleo has earned a reputation for disciplined growth and reliable performance.

Why Paleo


  • 4,000+ BOE/day production consistently delivered across Texas.
  • Roger S. Braugh, 4th-generation Texan entrepreneur; Paul Black, petroleum engineer with 30+ years in upstream oil & gas.
  • Roots in Texas energy dating back to the 1950s.
  • Selected over larger competitors for proven discipline and results.
  • Success through both organic drilling and strategic distressed-asset acquisitions.

NCE Management

As managing partner of the NCE, Bedrock Group brings over a decade of EB-5 expertise, having raised and managed EB-5 capital across multiple asset classes. With deep roots in due diligence, capital formation, and compliance, the team has guided successful investments tied to $600M+ in real estate market value. AGA as a partner and co-manager of the NCE brings a strong background in compliance, due diligence and capital formation to complete the management team.

Bedrock and AGA’s track record is exemplary in the industry. What separates us from competitors is our personalized approach to the EB-5 investment process. All investors have direct access to Bedrock and AGA principals throughout their immigration process instead of investors being a number in a large firm.

President of Bedrock Group and experienced investment manager with 15 years of EB-5 experience focused on capital formation, USCIS documentation requirements, and industry best practices.

michael broadbent

Managing Partner

Former fund manager with 10+ years in sourcing and vetting high-impact real estate projects. Leading due diligence with sharp market analysis and a proven eye for profitable opportunities.

Ruth Chen

Partner

About Bedrock Group

Bedrock Group is a full-service EB-5 advisory and investment management firm with headquarters in Dallas, Texas. The firm has a 15-year track record of success in the EB-5 industry. Bedrock and AGA combined have raised and managed over $300M of EB-5 capital.

EB-5 Funds 

Raised

$300M

I-526 Petitions
Approved

100%

I-829 Petitions
Approved

100%

Capital
Repaid

$32M

Total Jobs 

Created 

11,692

Bedrock and AGA combined statistics.

  • 298-room full-service hotel
  • Government-backed municipal financing
  • EB-5 Loan: $15M
  • EB-5 Jobs Created: 1,006

hyatt regency

Frisco, TX

  • 494-unit multifamily with 8,057 SF retail
  • 706 parking spaces (underground + surface)
  • EB-5 Mezzanine Loan: $12M
  • EB-5 Jobs Created: 1,443 (600+ to date)

201 Lexington 

Glendale, CA

Partners

Bedrock Group has partnered with leading industry experts across multiple disciplines to ensure legal, financial, and administrative compliance with the rules and regulations of the EB-5 program.

Regional Center and Sponsor

Fund Administrator

Accountant and Loan Administration

Escrow Agent

Law Firm

Law Firm

Economist

What every investor should know

What happens to my funds after I invest?

Your capital is held in a secure escrow account and released only upon filing of your I-526E petition.

What’s the minimum investment required?

The minimum investment amount for EB-5 eligibility is $800,000 for projects in rural or TEA-designated areas.

How long is the investment term?

The loan term is 36 months, with two optional 1-year extensions, providing flexibility based on project cash flow.

Invest Today.
Live Tomorrow.

This is your opportunity to participate in a compliant and high-impact EB-5 investment — one that supports U.S. energy independence and your family’s immigration future.

Contact Info

info@bedrockgroupinc.com

214 306 9534