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Dean Fankhauser

Dean Fankhauser

Founder and CEO

Applications: 2,500+Approval Rate: 100%Experience: 10+ years

Profile

Dean is the founder and CEO of Movingto, the leading comparison platform for Golden Visa investment funds across Portugal, Spain, Italy, and Greece. He has overseen more than 2,500 investor applications and built the data infrastructure that powers transparent fund comparison for residency-by-investment programmes.

Before founding Movingto, Dean spent over a decade in financial technology and cross-border investment advisory, working with institutional and private investors navigating European residency pathways. His focus is on bringing institutional-grade transparency to an industry historically dominated by opaque marketing.

Dean leads the platform's fund evaluation methodology, investor education content, and advisory partnerships. He works directly with fund managers, immigration lawyers, and regulators to ensure the data on Movingto remains accurate, current, and independently verified.

Experience

Founder & CEO

Movingto

Built the leading Golden Visa fund comparison platform covering 36+ funds across 4 countries.

Investment Advisory

Independent Consultant

Advised HNW individuals on European residency-by-investment pathways.

Financial Technology

Various

Over a decade in fintech product development and cross-border investment infrastructure.

Focus Areas

  • Golden Visa Fund Evaluation
  • Investor Due Diligence Frameworks
  • Fund Fee & Performance Analysis
  • Platform Development & Data Integrity
  • Regulatory Compliance (CMVM, CNMV, CONSOB, HCMC)
  • Cross-Border Investment Advisory

Languages

  • English
  • French

Articles Written

Why Portugal Golden Visa Applications Get Rejected (And How to Avoid It in 2026)The PFIC Problem: How Portugal Golden Visa Funds Are Taxed for US InvestorsIs Portugal's Golden Visa Still Worth It in 2026? An Honest AnswerPortugal Golden Visa Funds for Americans (2026): The Only 4 Funds That Accept US InvestorsPortugal Golden Visa Lawyer: Do You Need One in 2026?Golden Visa Fund Liquidity Traps: What "Exit After 5 Years" Actually MeansGolden Visa Fund Document Checklist: 8 Documents to Demand Before SubscribingThe Math of Portugal Golden Visa Fund Fees: Why '1.5%' Rarely Means 1.5%Golden Visa Fund Fees Explained: What You'll Actually PayGolden Visa Funds: Open-Ended vs Closed-Ended — Which Is Right for You?How to Evaluate a Golden Visa Fund: 7 Due Diligence Questions Every Investor Must AskPrivate Equity Golden Visa Funds Compared (2026)Venture Capital Golden Visa Funds Compared (2026)Portugal Golden Visa Investment Funds: Complete Directory (2026)Can I Split My €500,000 Across Multiple Portugal Golden Visa Funds? | MovingToCan American Citizens Invest in Portugal Golden Visa Funds? | MovingToWhat Happens If My Golden Visa Fund Loses Money or Shuts Down? | MovingToPortugal Golden Visa Citizenship Timeline 2026: What the New Nationality Law Means | MovingToGolden Visa Fund Fees Explained: What "1.5% Management Fee" Actually Costs You Over 10 YearsPortugal Golden Visa: Funds vs Cultural Donation — Which Route Should You Choose?Portugal Golden Visa vs Greece Golden Visa: A 2026 Reality Check

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