Real Estate Fund — Investment Opportunities

Access professionally managed real estate-backed investment opportunities designed for accredited investors seeking passive income without direct property ownership. The CEO Fund focuses on mortgage notes, syndications, retirement account strategies, and diversified asset-backed lending, supported by experienced fund managers, rigorous due diligence, and a nationwide portfolio built for consistent cash flow and long-term wealth building.

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Our Real Estate Fund Services

Explore real estate-backed strategies designed for passive income, diversification, and professionally managed asset exposure.

Mortgage Investing

Invest in a professionally managed portfolio of mortgage notes backed by multifamily, single-family, commercial, and mobile home real estate, creating passive income without tenant or property management responsibilities.

IRA Strategies

Use self-directed IRA or 401(k) funds to access real estate-backed income opportunities inside a tax-advantaged retirement structure with guidance through setup and documentation.

Real Estate Syndications

Participate in large-scale development and acquisition projects, including the $20 million Florida construction syndication planned for 1,000 homes, a marina, and a golf course.

Portfolio Acquisitions

Benefit from institutional-style mortgage portfolio acquisitions purchased in bulk, supported by due diligence, diversified borrower exposure, and potential built-in equity from discounted acquisitions.

Business Lending

Diversify through asset-backed loans to contractors and established operators, adding borrower and industry variety while the fund manages underwriting, servicing, collateral review, and risk oversight.

Investor Education

Build confidence with eBooks, webinars, case studies, and educational resources explaining note grades, due diligence, passive income strategy, and how mortgage fund investing works.

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Our Investor Onboarding Process

Schedule Your Investor Call

Start with a direct conversation with The CEO Fund management team to review your income goals, preferred investment timeline, retirement account options, and whether mortgage note investing aligns with your broader wealth strategy.

Verify Eligibility And Documents

Fund Your Investment Account

Participate In Managed Assets

Receive Reporting And Distributions

The CEO Fund Difference

Why Choose The CEO Fund?

The CEO Fund combines disciplined underwriting, experienced leadership, and real estate-backed income strategies.

Expertise

Led by certified specialists with deep mortgage note, finance, and asset acquisition experience.

Diversification

Invest across property types and 50+ states to reduce concentration risk.

Asset-Backed

Real estate collateral supports income strategies without direct ownership burdens.

Transparency

Investors receive reporting, education, and direct access to the management team.

Meet The Fund Team

Experienced fund leadership focused on disciplined real estate investing.

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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

Is NY real estate a good investment?

New York real estate can be a strong investment because of demand, density, and long-term asset value, but direct ownership often involves high acquisition costs, taxes, regulation, and management complexity. A real estate fund can offer exposure to mortgage-backed assets and diversified markets without owning buildings directly. The key is evaluating collateral quality, underwriting standards, manager experience, and cash-flow strategy.

What is the best real estate investment fund?

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How does passive income work with mortgage notes?

Can I invest using a self-directed IRA or 401(k)?

How does The CEO Fund manage investment risk?

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Have More Investment Questions?

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

Certified & Proven

Awards and Recognition

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Certified Note Specialist

Specialized expertise in mortgage note investing.

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10+ Years Track

A decade-plus record managing real estate assets.

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500+ Loans Purchased

More than 500 loans purchased nationwide.

Start Building Real Estate-Backed Income

Share your investment goals, preferred account structure, and accreditation status. Our team will follow up to discuss available opportunities, onboarding requirements, 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.