Mortgage Fund Investing
Invest in professionally selected Grade A–C mortgage funds backed by real estate assets, including residential, multifamily, commercial, mobile home park, and tax lien opportunities.
The CEO Fund helps accredited investors access alternative capital investment solutions backed by real estate assets, mortgage notes, and diversified private opportunities. Build passive income without managing tenants, repairs, or property operations, while working with experienced fund managers focused on disciplined acquisitions, portfolio diversification, and consistent cash-flow strategies.

Explore real estate-backed alternative investments, retirement strategies, syndications, and investor resources managed by experienced fund professionals.
Invest in professionally selected Grade A–C mortgage funds backed by real estate assets, including residential, multifamily, commercial, mobile home park, and tax lien opportunities.
Use self-directed IRA or 401(k) funds to pursue passive, tax-advantaged mortgage note income with guidance around strategy structure and investor onboarding.
Access larger private development opportunities, including Florida-based construction syndications designed to create residential communities and diversified real estate exposure.
Participate in a fund model that sources and acquires bulk mortgage note portfolios, supported by disciplined asset selection and published acquisition case studies.
Diversify beyond mortgage notes through lending programs for general contractors, adding another asset class within the broader investment offering.
Review blogs, whitepapers, and events that explain note investing, fund strategy, passive income structures, and real estate-backed alternative capital opportunities.
Alternative capital should offer more than diversification; it should provide a clear strategy, experienced oversight, and tangible asset backing. The CEO Fund gives accredited investors access to mortgage notes, real estate syndications, retirement account strategies, and private opportunities designed to generate passive income without traditional property ownership responsibilities.

The CEO Fund combines specialized note investing expertise with diversified real estate-backed opportunities.
A 10+ year track record supports disciplined investing and long-term fund management confidence.
Mortgage notes and real estate collateral provide tangible backing beyond traditional market exposure.
Investors pursue monthly cash flow without handling tenants, repairs, or daily property operations.
A 50+ state acquisition strategy spreads exposure across property types and markets.
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.
Alternative capital refers to investment funding outside traditional public stocks, bonds, and bank savings products. It can include private credit, mortgage notes, real estate syndications, private funds, and other asset-backed strategies. The CEO Fund focuses on real estate-backed mortgage note investments and related opportunities designed for accredited investors seeking passive income and portfolio diversification.
Connect with experienced fund managers before making your next allocation.
Specialized leadership for mortgage note investments.
Established history managing alternative investment assets.
Broad experience acquiring mortgage-backed loan assets.
Share your investment goals, eligibility, and preferred strategy. The CEO Fund team will help you understand available options, documents, 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.