Investor Education
Access educational resources that explain allocable income, mortgage notes, distributions, due diligence, and passive income strategies so investors can make more confident, better-informed decisions.
Get clear, investor-focused guidance on allocable income, passive distributions, and tax-advantaged investment structures with The CEO Fund. Our team helps accredited investors better understand how mortgage fund income, IRA or 401(k) strategies, and real estate-backed allocations fit into a long-term wealth plan, supported by transparent reporting and experienced fund management.

Guidance for understanding income allocation, retirement structures, reporting, and real estate-backed passive investment opportunities.
Access educational resources that explain allocable income, mortgage notes, distributions, due diligence, and passive income strategies so investors can make more confident, better-informed decisions.
Explore how self-directed IRA and 401(k) accounts may support tax-advantaged mortgage fund investing, with guidance through setup considerations, documentation, and retirement-focused income planning.
Move from initial interest to active participation through a clear process covering goal discussions, accreditation verification, investment documents, funding, and ongoing investor reporting.

We begin by discussing your investment goals, current account structure, accreditation status, and income expectations. This helps our team explain relevant allocation concepts and identify whether direct investing, IRA investing, or another structure may be appropriate.
The CEO Fund combines experienced leadership, real estate collateral, and investor-focused education.
Led by Carlo Turner, a Certified Note Investing Specialist with deep finance experience.
A 10+ year track record supports disciplined mortgage fund acquisition and management.
500+ loans purchased across 50+ states create broad diversification and portfolio balance.
Investors receive educational resources, onboarding support, and ongoing access to the fund team.
Experienced fund leaders guiding real estate-backed income strategies.
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.
Allocable income is the portion of income assigned to an investor, partner, account, or entity based on ownership terms, fund documents, timing, and applicable allocation rules. In an investment fund context, it may relate to distributions, interest income, expenses, and tax reporting. The CEO Fund helps investors understand these concepts in plain language while encouraging coordination with qualified tax professionals.
Connect with our fund team for clear, investor-focused answers.
Specialized expertise in mortgage note investment analysis.
A decade-plus history managing real estate-backed investments.
Extensive nationwide mortgage loan acquisition experience.
Share your goals, investment structure, and questions. Our team will help explain next steps for accredited investors seeking clearer income allocation guidance.
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.