Mortgage Investing
Invest in professionally managed Grade A–C mortgage note portfolios backed by multifamily, single-family, commercial, mobile home, and related real estate assets across the United States.
Access diversified real estate-backed fixed-income opportunities through The CEO Fund’s professionally managed multisector platform. Accredited investors can pursue passive income through mortgage notes, portfolio acquisitions, asset-backed small business lending, syndications, and retirement strategies without day-to-day property management. With a 10+ year track record and nationwide loan experience, our team emphasizes collateral, due diligence, and transparent investor communication.

Explore diversified, professionally managed fixed-income strategies backed by real estate, collateral, and experienced fund oversight.
Invest in professionally managed Grade A–C mortgage note portfolios backed by multifamily, single-family, commercial, mobile home, and related real estate assets across the United States.
Diversify beyond real estate notes through asset-backed lending to contractors and established operators, with underwriting, servicing, and risk management handled by the fund team.
Participate passively in large-scale acquisition and development opportunities, including Florida construction projects, with fractional access to institutional-style real estate investments.
Benefit from the fund’s experience acquiring mortgage portfolios in bulk, using due diligence and institutional relationships to identify discounted, performance-oriented loan pools.
Use self-directed IRA or 401(k) accounts to pursue real estate-backed fixed-income strategies within a tax-advantaged retirement investment structure.
Start with a clear process covering goals, accreditation verification, investment documentation, funding options, reporting expectations, and direct access to the management team.
The CEO Fund helps accredited investors access diversified fixed-income opportunities backed by tangible assets and professional management. Instead of relying on a single market, the fund combines mortgage notes, bulk portfolio acquisitions, small business lending, syndications, and retirement-account strategies. This multisector approach is designed to support passive income, portfolio balance, and disciplined risk management without traditional property ownership responsibilities.

The CEO Fund combines real estate-backed collateral, professional management, and transparent investor communication.
Led by Carlo Turner, a Certified Note Investing Specialist with deep mortgage fund expertise.
500+ loans purchased across 50+ states supports broader diversification and market exposure.
Investors access real estate-backed income without tenants, toilets, repairs, or daily management.
Mortgage notes, syndications, IRA strategies, and business lending create a balanced income approach.
Experienced fund leaders focused on disciplined investment management.
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.
Multisector fixed income investing spreads capital across several income-producing asset categories rather than relying on one borrower type or property class. Through The CEO Fund, this can include mortgage notes, bulk loan portfolios, asset-backed small business loans, real estate syndications, and retirement-account strategies. The goal is to create diversified, collateral-backed income while professional fund managers handle acquisition, servicing, and oversight.
Get clear answers before choosing your next fixed-income strategy.
Specialized expertise in mortgage note investing.
A decade of managed investment fund experience.
Extensive acquisition history across diversified markets.
Tell us about your investment goals, accreditation status, and preferred account structure. Our team will explain available opportunities, onboarding requirements, and 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.