Mortgage Investing
Invest in professionally managed Grade A–C mortgage funds backed by multifamily, single-family, commercial, and mobile home real estate, with income potential from borrower payments and interest.
Access professionally managed alternative liquidity fund strategies built for accredited investors seeking passive income beyond traditional markets. The CEO Fund focuses on real estate-backed mortgage funds, portfolio acquisitions, syndications, and tax-advantaged account strategies designed to generate consistent cash flow while reducing the daily burdens of property ownership, tenants, and direct asset management.

Explore private fund services built around real estate-backed income, diversification, and professionally managed investor support.
Invest in professionally managed Grade A–C mortgage funds backed by multifamily, single-family, commercial, and mobile home real estate, with income potential from borrower payments and interest.
Use self-directed IRA or 401(k) accounts to access tax-advantaged mortgage fund investing, supported by guidance through documentation, account coordination, and investment setup.
Benefit from institutional relationships and disciplined due diligence as The CEO Fund acquires diversified mortgage portfolios, often at discounted values for stronger risk-adjusted potential.
Participate in large-scale development and acquisition opportunities, including Florida construction projects designed to combine passive access with long-term real estate appreciation potential.
Gain exposure to asset-backed lending opportunities for contractors and established operators, adding borrower and industry diversification while the fund handles servicing and risk management.
Start with a transparent investor onboarding process that includes goal discussion, accreditation review, documentation, funding options, and ongoing communication from the management team.
The CEO Fund helps accredited investors access private, real estate-backed opportunities that can produce passive income without direct property ownership. From mortgage note acquisitions to Florida construction syndications and retirement account strategies, our team combines institutional finance experience with disciplined underwriting, ongoing reporting, and diversified asset management designed for long-term wealth building.

The CEO Fund combines specialized expertise, disciplined underwriting, and real estate-backed investment access.
A decade-plus track record supports disciplined investing across changing private market conditions.
Certified mortgage note expertise guides acquisitions, underwriting, financing, and ongoing asset management.
Portfolio exposure spans 50+ states, multiple property types, and borrower categories.
Investors avoid tenants, toilets, and tiles while professional managers handle daily operations.
Experienced fund leaders with deep finance and real estate expertise.
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.
An alternative liquidity fund is an investment vehicle designed to give qualified investors access to income-producing assets outside traditional public markets. In The CEO Fund’s case, the strategy focuses on real estate-backed mortgage funds, bulk note acquisitions, syndications, and asset-backed lending. Investors seek passive cash flow while the fund team handles acquisition, underwriting, servicing, and portfolio management.
Connect with our fund managers for clear, investor-focused guidance.
Specialized expertise in mortgage note investing.
Established investment history across market cycles.
Broad portfolio acquisition experience nationwide.
Submit your information to discuss accreditation, investment goals, account options, and next steps with The CEO Fund team.
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.