Mortgage Fund Investing
Invest in professionally managed Grade A–C mortgage notes backed by multifamily, single-family, commercial, and mobile home real estate, designed for passive income without direct property management responsibilities.
Build passive, real estate-backed income with The CEO Fund’s affordable housing investment fund services. Accredited investors gain access to professionally managed mortgage funds, construction syndications, IRA-friendly strategies, and diversified loan portfolios designed to support steady cash flow without the everyday burdens of owning and managing property directly.

Explore real estate-backed fund strategies built for accredited investors seeking passive income and portfolio diversification.
Invest in professionally managed Grade A–C mortgage notes backed by multifamily, single-family, commercial, and mobile home real estate, designed for passive income without direct property management responsibilities.
Access large-scale development and acquisition projects, including Florida construction opportunities, through passive syndication structures that combine institutional-quality real estate exposure with long-term appreciation potential.
Benefit from discounted bulk mortgage portfolio acquisitions supported by rigorous due diligence, diversified borrower exposure, and built-in equity designed to strengthen risk-adjusted investor returns.
Use self-directed IRA or 401(k) accounts to pursue tax-advantaged real estate-backed income, with guidance through setup, documentation, and custodian coordination.
Move from initial consultation to funded investment through a clear onboarding path covering goal review, accreditation verification, documentation, account funding, and reporting expectations.
Strengthen your decision-making with eBooks, webinars, case studies, and articles explaining note grades, fund due diligence, passive income strategies, and mortgage fund investing fundamentals.

Start with a focused call to discuss your income goals, investment timeline, risk preferences, and account type. The team also reviews accreditation requirements so you understand eligibility before moving into documentation.
The CEO Fund helps accredited investors access professionally managed, real estate-backed income strategies.
A 10+ year track record supports disciplined acquisitions and long-term investor confidence.
Investments are backed by tangible real estate collateral across diversified property types.
Leadership includes certified note expertise and decades of finance, capital raising, and real estate experience.
Investors avoid tenants, toilets, and tiles while receiving professional fund management.
Experienced fund leaders with real estate and finance expertise.
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.
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.
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.
Affordable housing investment fund services give accredited investors access to professionally managed real estate-backed opportunities tied to mortgage notes, housing developments, and related income-producing assets. Instead of buying and managing properties directly, investors participate through a fund structure that handles acquisitions, underwriting, servicing, reporting, and portfolio management while targeting consistent passive income.
Connect with our fund experts for clear, practical guidance.
Specialized leadership in mortgage note investing.
Established performance history across market cycles.
Extensive acquisition experience across loan portfolios.
Share your investment goals, accreditation status, and preferred account structure so our fund management team can guide your next step.
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.
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.