Mortgage Fund
Invest in carefully selected Grade A–C performing mortgage funds backed by real estate assets, designed to generate consistent cash flow through professionally managed mortgage note portfolios.
Explore private capital strategies designed for accredited investors seeking passive income, real estate-backed exposure, and professionally managed alternatives to traditional ownership. The CEO Fund helps investors access mortgage note funds, retirement-account strategies, syndications, and diversified private opportunities supported by experienced fund managers, disciplined acquisition practices, and a 10+ year track record across nationwide real estate markets.

Private capital offerings designed for accredited investors seeking passive, real estate-backed income and diversified alternatives.
Invest in carefully selected Grade A–C performing mortgage funds backed by real estate assets, designed to generate consistent cash flow through professionally managed mortgage note portfolios.
Use eligible self-directed IRA or 401(k) funds to access passive, tax-advantaged mortgage note income through a dedicated retirement investing strategy.
Participate in larger ground-up development opportunities, including Florida-based construction syndications such as the SUNRISE Project involving homes, a marina, and a golf course.
Follow a clear investment path: review fund documents, schedule a call with management, complete participation steps, and receive updates and distributions according to fund terms.
Support diversified fund activity through lending programs for general contractors, adding another private capital channel alongside real estate-backed investment assets.
Benefit from experienced sourcing and acquisition of bulk mortgage note portfolios, supported by case study-driven strategy and disciplined asset selection.
The CEO Fund provides accredited investors with professionally managed access to private capital strategies built around mortgage notes, real estate-backed assets, syndications, and retirement-account investing. By focusing on cash-flowing collateral and diversified acquisition channels, the fund helps investors pursue passive income without managing tenants, repairs, or property operations directly.

The CEO Fund combines real estate-backed strategy with experienced private investment management.
A 10+ year track record supports disciplined private capital and mortgage note strategies.
Leadership includes certified note investing expertise and deep corporate finance experience.
Assets span multiple property types and markets across 50+ states nationwide.
Investors can pursue income without handling tenants, repairs, or daily property operations.
Experienced fund leadership with real estate and finance expertise.
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.
Private capital solutions are investment opportunities offered outside public markets, often through privately managed funds, syndications, loans, or asset-backed strategies. The CEO Fund focuses on mortgage note investing, real estate-backed opportunities, retirement-account strategies, and select syndications designed for accredited investors seeking passive income, portfolio diversification, and exposure to tangible collateral without direct property management.
Connect with experienced managers before reviewing private investment opportunities.
Specialized leadership in mortgage note investing.
Established investment history across mortgage assets.
Extensive portfolio reach across U.S. markets.
Share your investment goals, accreditation status, and preferred strategy. The CEO Fund team will help you understand available private capital opportunities and next steps.
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.