Mortgage Investing
Invest in professionally managed Grade A–C mortgage funds backed by multifamily, single-family, commercial, and mobile home real estate, earning passive income without property management demands.
The CEO Fund helps accredited investors pursue passive, real estate-backed income through professionally managed mortgage notes, bulk portfolio acquisitions, syndications, and tax-advantaged IRA/401(k) strategies. Designed for investors who want cash flow without tenants, toilets, or day-to-day property management, our approach combines disciplined underwriting, diversified collateral, and direct access to experienced fund managers.
Explore real estate-backed investment pathways designed for passive income, diversification, and hands-off portfolio growth.
Invest in professionally managed Grade A–C mortgage funds backed by multifamily, single-family, commercial, and mobile home real estate, earning passive income without property management demands.
Use self-directed IRA or 401(k) accounts to pursue tax-advantaged, real estate-backed income while our team helps guide setup, documentation, and investment coordination.
Access large-scale development and acquisition opportunities alongside experienced sponsors, including Florida construction projects designed for passive participation and long-term appreciation potential.
Benefit from institutional-style mortgage portfolio acquisitions sourced through long-standing relationships, rigorous due diligence, and discounted purchase opportunities that strengthen risk-adjusted return potential.
Diversify beyond mortgage notes through asset-backed small business lending to contractors and established operators, with underwriting, servicing, and risk management handled by the fund.
Move from consultation to funding with a clear process covering accreditation, documents, account setup, and ongoing reporting from The CEO Fund management team.
Schedule a call with The CEO Fund’s management team to review your income goals, investment experience, preferred funding source, and accreditation status before moving into documentation.
The CEO Fund combines experienced management, real estate collateral, and diversified investment access.
Led by Carlo Turner, a Certified Note Investing Specialist with deep mortgage fund experience.
500+ loans purchased across 50+ states create broad exposure beyond a single market.
Investors pursue income without handling tenants, toilets, tiles, repairs, or property operations.
Rigorous due diligence supports asset selection, risk management, and disciplined portfolio growth.
Experienced fund managers focused on real estate-backed passive income.
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.
Instant Cash Flow Services are designed to help accredited investors access passive income opportunities backed by mortgage notes, real estate collateral, and diversified lending assets. Instead of buying and managing property directly, investors participate in professionally managed portfolios that collect borrower payments and distribute income according to fund terms.
Connect with our fund managers for clear, practical answers.
Specialized expertise in mortgage note investing.
Established performance history managing investment assets.
Broad portfolio experience across national markets.
Share your investment goals, accreditation status, and preferred funding approach. Our team will follow up to explain next steps, documentation, and available investment pathways.
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.