Absolute Return Fixed Income Services

Build resilient, real estate-backed income with Absolute Return Fixed Income Services from The CEO Fund. Designed for accredited investors, our professionally managed strategies focus on mortgage fund investing, diversified collateral, retirement account compatibility, and hands-off cash flow—helping you pursue steady returns without managing tenants, property repairs, or daily market volatility.

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Our Absolute Return Fixed Income Services

Explore private fixed income strategies built around mortgage assets, retirement accounts, syndications, and managed lending.

Mortgage Fund

Invest in professionally managed Grade A–C mortgage funds backed by diversified real estate assets, generating passive income without tenant management, repairs, or direct property ownership responsibilities.

IRA Strategy

Use self-directed IRA or 401(k) accounts to pursue tax-advantaged real estate-backed income, with guidance through account setup, documentation, and funding coordination.

Bulk Acquisitions

Participate in discounted bulk mortgage portfolio acquisitions supported by institutional relationships, rigorous due diligence, and diversified borrower exposure across national real estate markets.

Real Estate Syndications

Access large-scale development and acquisition opportunities, including Florida construction syndications, designed to combine passive participation with long-term real estate appreciation potential.

Business Lending

Diversify beyond mortgage notes through collateral-backed small business lending to contractors and established operators, managed through end-to-end underwriting and servicing.

Investor Onboarding

Get clear guidance through accreditation review, investment documentation, funding, reporting, and direct communication with the fund management team after investment.

Real Estate-Backed Income

Private Fixed Income Built Around Collateral

The CEO Fund helps accredited investors access private fixed income alternatives backed by tangible real estate collateral. Instead of managing properties directly, investors participate in professionally sourced mortgage funds, bulk loan acquisitions, and complementary asset-backed lending. The result is a hands-off strategy built around diversification, rigorous due diligence, transparent reporting, and income potential beyond traditional fixed-income markets.

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The CEO Fund Difference

Why Choose The CEO Fund?

The CEO Fund combines disciplined underwriting, experienced leadership, and real estate-backed strategies.

Certified Expertise

Led by Carlo Turner, a Certified Note Investing Specialist with deep finance expertise.

Nationwide Reach

500+ loans purchased across 50+ states creates broader collateral and borrower diversification.

Truly Passive

Investors pursue income without managing tenants, toilets, tiles, vacancies, or repairs.

Diversified Strategy

Mortgage funds, syndications, and business lending support stronger risk-adjusted portfolio balance.

Meet The CEO Fund Team

Experienced fund leaders managing diversified real estate-backed investments.

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Carlo Turner

Fund Manager / Certified Note Investing Specialist

Carlo Turner serves as Sr. Fund Manager and Certified Note Investing Specialist at The CEO Fund, a role he has held since the fund's inception. with over 25+ years of experience in corporate finance, Carlo directly oversees the acquisition, financing, development, and delivery of the fund's assets. Prior to joining The CEO Fund, he worked as a Financier and Investment Banker specializing in Commodities, Stocks, and Bonds, consulting CFOs and hedge fund managers in securities transactions exceeding $100 million. His deep expertise in real estate-backed investments and mortgage fund acquisition has been instrumental in guiding the fund's growth strategy, helping accredited investors across the United States build consistent passive income streams backed by tangible real estate collateral.

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Patrick Franz

Vice President & Executive Fund Manager

Patrick Franz serves as Vice President and Executive Fund Manager at The CEO Fund, part of the Everley Mae Capital Group. With 25 years of experience in capital raising and investor relations, Patrick guides the development of new financial alliances and manages strategic partnerships across both fundraising and asset acquisition. Over the past five years, he has specialized in the acquisition, asset management, and disposition of performing and non-performing first lien mortgage funds. Patrick is also actively involved in apartment housing development and large land development projects throughout Central and East Coast Florida. He previously co-founded ACI Legacy Group, where he served as Chief Operating Officer.

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Desi Arnez

Director, CEO / President & Senior Fund Manager

Desi Arnez serves as President, Senior Fund Manager, and Director/CEO of The CEO Fund, part of Everley Mae Fund LLC. With decades of experience in real estate investing, Desi leads a nationwide network that provides accredited investors with exclusive access to high-performing real estate alternatives. He specializes in cash-flow mortgage funds, managing substantial investments in both performing and non-performing real estate notes. Desi oversees multi-family development projects in Central Florida, land entitlement transactions statewide, and spearheads the landmark $20 Million SUNRISE Construction Syndication — a transformative project set to deliver 1,000 new homes, a Marina, and a Golf Course to the Florida community.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are absolute return fixed income services?

Absolute return fixed income strategies are designed to generate income based on the performance of underlying assets rather than relying primarily on stock or bond market direction. At The CEO Fund, this approach centers on real estate-backed mortgage funds, asset-backed lending, and diversified collateral. Returns are targeted, not guaranteed, and investors should review offering documents before investing.

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Have Fixed Income Questions?

Speak with fund management about eligibility, strategy, and next steps.

Certified & Experienced

Awards and Recognition

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Certified Note Specialist

Specialized expertise in mortgage note investing.

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10+ Year Track Record

Established history managing real estate-backed investments.

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500+ Loans Purchased

Broad portfolio experience across national loan acquisitions.

Start Building Passive Fixed Income

Share your investment goals, accreditation status, and preferred account structure. Our fund management team will explain next steps clearly.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (888) 508-1143. You can also send us a quick email at theceofund.fl@gmail.com.