Mortgage Investing
Invest in professionally managed Grade A–C mortgage funds backed by multifamily, single-family, commercial, and mobile home real estate, creating passive cash flow without direct property management responsibilities.
Build passive income through professionally managed, real estate-backed investment strategies designed for accredited investors. The CEO Fund offers mortgage fund investing, retirement-account strategies, syndications, and diversified lending opportunities backed by rigorous due diligence. With nationwide portfolio exposure and Florida-based fund leadership, investors gain access to alternative capital solutions without the burdens of direct property ownership.

Explore diversified, real estate-backed investment solutions designed for accredited investors seeking passive income and portfolio resilience.
Invest in professionally managed Grade A–C mortgage funds backed by multifamily, single-family, commercial, and mobile home real estate, creating passive cash flow without direct property management responsibilities.
Use self-directed IRA or 401(k) accounts to access tax-advantaged, real estate-backed income strategies designed for retirement investors seeking consistency beyond public market volatility.
Participate in large-scale acquisition and development projects, including Florida construction opportunities, with fractional access to institutional-quality real estate assets and long-term appreciation potential.
Benefit from discounted bulk mortgage portfolio acquisitions supported by rigorous due diligence, diversified borrower exposure, and the fund’s history of more than $50M in loan acquisitions.
Access diversified lending opportunities secured by real collateral, including loans to contractors and established operators, while the fund manages underwriting, servicing, and risk controls.
Learn through eBooks, webinars, case studies, and articles that explain note grades, due diligence, mortgage fund strategy, and passive income opportunities for informed investors.
The CEO Fund helps accredited investors access professionally managed capital solutions backed by tangible real estate collateral. From mortgage notes to Florida-based development syndications, the strategy is built for passive income, portfolio diversification, and reduced exposure to day-to-day property management. Investors benefit from experienced underwriting, nationwide asset acquisition, and a disciplined approach to risk-adjusted returns.

The CEO Fund combines disciplined underwriting, experienced leadership, and diversified real estate-backed opportunities.
Led by Certified Note Investing Specialist Carlo Turner and seasoned real estate finance professionals.
500+ loans purchased across 50+ states support broad market exposure and portfolio diversification.
Strategies are backed by tangible real estate collateral, including Florida developments and nationwide mortgage assets.
Investors receive ongoing reporting, quarterly distributions, and direct access to the fund management team.
Experienced fund leaders managing real estate-backed investment 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.
Global capital helps investors deploy funds into opportunities across markets, asset classes, and geographies. At The CEO Fund, global capital solutions focus on real estate-backed investments, mortgage note portfolios, syndications, and diversified lending strategies. The goal is to help accredited investors earn passive income through professionally managed assets rather than owning and managing property directly.
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Specialized expertise in mortgage note investing.
Documented investment history across multiple market cycles.
Proven scale across diversified mortgage assets.
Tell us about your investment goals, accreditation status, and preferred account structure. Our fund management team will review your options and outline the next steps clearly.
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.