Alternative Income Fund for Accredited Investors

The CEO Fund offers accredited investors a professionally managed alternative income fund focused on real estate-backed mortgage notes, syndications, and diversified lending opportunities. Designed for passive income seekers who want exposure beyond stocks and traditional rentals, the fund emphasizes collateral-backed assets, professional due diligence, and structured distributions without the daily burdens of tenants, toilets, or tiles.

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Our Alternative Income Fund Services

Real estate-backed alternative income strategies for accredited investors seeking passive, professionally managed portfolio exposure.

Mortgage Fund

Invest in carefully selected Grade A–C mortgage note funds backed by real estate assets, designed to create passive income exposure without direct ownership, leasing, maintenance, or property management duties.

IRA Strategy

Use self-directed IRA or 401(k) funds to pursue passive, tax-advantaged mortgage note income, with strategy support for investors coordinating retirement assets through qualified custodians.

Real Estate Syndications

Participate in larger real estate development syndications, including Florida-based construction opportunities such as the SUNRISE Project, structured for investors seeking private real estate alternatives.

Business Loans

Access diversified lending exposure through small business loans to general contractors, complementing the fund’s core real estate assets and broadening potential income sources.

Portfolio Acquisitions

Benefit from professional sourcing and acquisition of bulk mortgage note portfolios, supported by case-study experience and a nationwide strategy spanning multiple property types.

Investor Onboarding

Follow a clear path from fund document review to a management call, investment completion, and participation in quarterly cash distribution reporting.

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Our Investor Onboarding Process

Review Fund Documents First

Start by submitting your information and reviewing the fund documents. These materials outline the investment strategy, eligibility standards, risk factors, asset focus, distribution structure, and the role of professional fund management.

Speak With Fund Management

Complete Your Investment Setup

Receive Ongoing Fund Updates

The CEO Fund Difference

Why Choose The CEO Fund?

The CEO Fund combines specialized note investing experience with disciplined asset-backed strategy.

Expert Leadership

Led by experienced fund managers with deep mortgage note, finance, and real estate expertise.

Asset Backing

Portfolio strategy emphasizes collateral-backed mortgage assets across property types and nationwide markets.

Truly Passive

Investors can pursue income exposure without managing tenants, repairs, vacancies, or daily operations.

Diversified Reach

More than 500 loans purchased across 50+ states supports broad geographic and asset diversification.

Meet The Fund Team

Experienced leadership in mortgage notes and real estate investing.

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Carlo Turner

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.

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Patrick Franz

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.

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Desi Arnez

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an alternative income fund?

An alternative income fund is an investment vehicle designed to generate income from assets outside traditional stocks and bonds. The CEO Fund focuses on real estate-backed mortgage notes, syndications, and diversified lending opportunities. For accredited investors, this can provide exposure to asset-backed cash flow while avoiding direct property management responsibilities such as tenants, repairs, and day-to-day operations.

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Certified & Proven

Awards and Recognition

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Certified Note Specialist

Fund leadership with specialized mortgage note expertise.

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10+ Year Track Record

Established history managing alternative real estate investments.

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500+ Loans Purchased

Broad acquisition history across diversified mortgage assets.

Start Your Alternative Income Conversation

Submit your information to request fund materials, discuss eligibility, and schedule a conversation with the fund management team.

Contact Us Today

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.