Mortgage Funds
Invest in professionally selected Grade A–C performing mortgage funds backed by assets such as single-family homes, multifamily dwellings, mobile home parks, commercial properties, and tax liens.
Build passive real estate exposure without becoming a landlord. The CEO Fund helps accredited investors access mortgage note funds, retirement account strategies, syndications, and education designed to create consistent cash flow backed by tangible real estate assets—without the daily responsibilities of tenants, repairs, property management, or direct ownership.
Explore passive, real estate-backed investment strategies designed for accredited investors seeking income without ownership burdens.
Invest in professionally selected Grade A–C performing mortgage funds backed by assets such as single-family homes, multifamily dwellings, mobile home parks, commercial properties, and tax liens.
Use self-directed IRA or 401(k) funds to pursue passive, tax-advantaged mortgage note income while maintaining real estate exposure without direct property ownership.
Access larger development opportunities, including Florida construction syndications like the SUNRISE Project, designed for investors seeking real estate-backed growth beyond traditional property ownership.
Follow a structured path from document review to fund management consultation, investment completion, and ongoing distribution updates for a more confident investor experience.
Explore blogs, whitepapers, and events that explain mortgage note investing, fund strategy, passive income options, and how real estate-backed alternatives work.
Benefit from the fund’s sourcing and acquisition of bulk mortgage note portfolios, supported by case studies and a nationwide asset acquisition strategy.
Begin by reviewing the available fund documents, strategy materials, and investor resources. This helps clarify how mortgage notes, syndications, IRA strategies, and real estate-backed assets may fit your broader income and diversification objectives.
The CEO Fund combines experienced management, collateral-backed investing, and passive income strategy.
The CEO Fund has a 10+ year track record in mortgage-backed investment strategies.
Certified mortgage note expertise guides acquisition, financing, development, and fund asset delivery.
Investments span multiple property types and markets, reducing reliance on one asset category.
Earn real estate-backed income without tenants, toilets, tiles, or direct property management.
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.
Groundfloor withdrawal rules depend on that platform’s account type, available cash balance, and whether funds are tied to active investments. Typically, uninvested cash can be withdrawn through the platform’s transfer process, while invested principal is returned after loans repay. The CEO Fund is separate from Groundfloor and provides its own investor onboarding, documentation, and distribution process.
Get clear answers before making your next investment decision.
Specialized expertise in mortgage note investing.
Proven investment operations across a decade.
Extensive mortgage note acquisition history nationwide.
Share your investment goals, retirement account questions, or fund interest, and the team will guide you toward the next appropriate step.
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.