Mortgage Fund Investing
Invest in professionally selected Grade A–C performing mortgage funds backed by real estate assets, designed to generate consistent monthly cash flow without direct property ownership or management.
Build passive income strategies beyond traditional market holdings with After-Tax Wealth Management Services from The CEO Fund. Accredited investors gain access to real estate-backed mortgage note opportunities, tax-advantaged retirement account strategies, and professionally managed alternatives designed to support long-term wealth, portfolio diversification, and consistent cash flow without direct property management responsibilities.

Explore tax-aware, real estate-backed investment services built for accredited investors seeking passive income and portfolio diversification.
Invest in professionally selected Grade A–C performing mortgage funds backed by real estate assets, designed to generate consistent monthly cash flow without direct property ownership or management.
Use eligible self-directed IRA or 401(k) retirement funds to pursue passive, tax-advantaged mortgage note income through a dedicated investment strategy and custodian-friendly structure.
Access larger real estate development opportunities, including ground-up projects such as the $20M Florida SUNRISE Construction Syndication with homes, marina, and golf course components.
Follow a structured path from document review to fund management calls, investment completion, and quarterly cash distributions for a clearer, more confident investor experience.
Explore blogs, whitepapers, and events created to help prospective investors understand note investing, fund strategy, portfolio diversification, and real estate-backed passive income.
Benefit from strategic sourcing and acquisition of bulk mortgage note portfolios, supported by case studies and disciplined asset selection across diversified real estate markets.

Start by reviewing fund materials, investment goals, and eligibility requirements. Prospective investors can examine available resources, understand the mortgage note strategy, and prepare questions before speaking directly with the fund management team.
The CEO Fund combines experienced leadership, real estate collateral, and disciplined investment management.
A 10+ year track record supports disciplined mortgage note acquisition and investor-focused portfolio management.
Leadership includes a Certified Note Investing Specialist with deep corporate finance and securities experience.
The fund has purchased 500+ loans across 50+ states, supporting geographic and asset diversification.
Investors access real estate-backed cash flow without handling tenants, repairs, vacancies, or property operations.
Experienced fund leaders managing real estate-backed investment strategies.
Fund Manager / Certified Note Investing Specialist
Carlo Turner serves as Fund Manager and Certified Note Investing Specialist at The CEO Fund, a role he has held since the fund's inception. With more than 15 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 billion. His deep expertise in real estate-backed investments and mortgage note 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 notes. 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 notes, 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.
After-tax investments are assets purchased with money that has already been taxed, such as funds from a personal brokerage or savings account. In wealth management, they are often structured to pursue income, diversification, or long-term growth while considering future tax treatment. The CEO Fund focuses on real estate-backed mortgage note opportunities and related strategies for accredited investors seeking passive income alternatives.
Speak with our experts about eligibility, strategy, and next steps.
Specialized expertise in mortgage note investing.
Proven investment history across market cycles.
Extensive real estate-backed loan acquisition experience.
Share your goals, investment timeline, and account type, and our fund team will 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.