Investment Strategies & Services For Investors

Build passive income with investment strategies designed for accredited investors seeking real estate-backed alternatives. The CEO Fund provides access to mortgage fund investing, self-directed IRA and 401(k) strategies, asset-backed lending, and private syndications—professionally managed to reduce the burdens of direct ownership while emphasizing diversification, due diligence, and transparent reporting.

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Our Investment Strategies & Services Services

Explore real estate-backed strategies designed for accredited investors seeking passive income and portfolio diversification.

Mortgage Investing

Invest in professionally managed mortgage portfolios backed by multifamily, single-family, commercial, and mobile home real estate, creating passive income exposure without direct property management burdens.

IRA Strategy

Use self-directed retirement accounts to access real estate-backed investment opportunities while keeping retirement capital inside a tax-advantaged structure guided by the fund team.

Real Estate Syndications

Participate in large-scale development and acquisition projects alongside experienced sponsors, including Florida construction syndications designed for long-term appreciation potential and passive participation.

Portfolio Acquisitions

The fund acquires diversified mortgage portfolios in bulk, using due diligence and institutional relationships to identify discounted assets with stronger risk-adjusted return potential.

Business Lending

Diversify beyond real estate notes with asset-backed lending to contractors and established operators, adding borrower and industry variety to the broader investment portfolio.

Investor Education

Access educational resources including eBooks, webinars, case studies, and articles that explain note grades, due diligence, and passive income strategies in plain language.

Real Estate Backed

Private Strategies For Passive Income

The CEO Fund helps accredited investors access private, real estate-backed opportunities that are typically unavailable through conventional markets. By combining mortgage note acquisitions, retirement account strategies, small business lending, and syndications, the fund provides a professionally managed path to passive income, diversified collateral exposure, and reduced involvement in day-to-day asset operations.

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The CEO Fund Difference

Why Choose The CEO Fund?

The CEO Fund combines private-market access with experienced management and asset-backed discipline.

Certified Expertise

Led by certified specialists with deep mortgage note and corporate finance experience.

Proven Scale

500+ loans purchased across 50+ states support broad market and borrower diversification.

Passive Structure

Investors access real estate-backed income without tenants, toilets, tiles, or daily management.

Risk Focus

The fund evaluates mortgage assets, syndications, and lending opportunities through disciplined due diligence.

Meet The Fund Team

Experienced fund leaders focused on real estate-backed income.

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Carlo Turner

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.

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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 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.

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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 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Still Have Investment Questions?

Speak with our fund team about strategy, eligibility, and next steps.

Certified & Trusted

Awards and Recognition

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Certified Note Specialist

Specialized expertise in mortgage note investing.

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10+ Year Track Record

Documented fund history across multiple investment cycles.

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500+ Loans Purchased

Broad acquisition experience across diversified loan portfolios.

Start Building Passive Income

Share your investment goals, accreditation status, and preferred account structure. Our team will help you understand available strategies and next steps.

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.