Mortgage Fund Investing
Invest in professionally managed Grade A–C mortgage funds backed by diversified real estate, creating passive income potential without direct property ownership, tenant issues, or daily management demands.
The CEO Fund helps accredited investors access passive, real estate-backed income opportunities without traditional landlord responsibilities. Through mortgage fund investing, syndications, retirement account strategies, and professionally managed loan acquisitions, our team focuses on disciplined underwriting, diversified collateral, and transparent reporting for investors seeking alternatives to stocks, bonds, and direct property ownership.
Explore passive, real estate-backed investment services designed for accredited investors seeking managed alternatives.
Invest in professionally managed Grade A–C mortgage funds backed by diversified real estate, creating passive income potential without direct property ownership, tenant issues, or daily management demands.
The CEO Fund acquires mortgage portfolios in bulk, using due diligence and institutional relationships to identify discounted opportunities with collateral exposure and stronger risk-adjusted return potential.
Participate in large-scale real estate developments and acquisitions, including Florida construction projects, with fractional access to institutional-quality opportunities managed by experienced sponsors.
Use self-directed IRA or 401(k) accounts to pursue tax-advantaged real estate-backed income strategies, with guidance through setup, documentation, and funding coordination.
Begin with a clear investor call, accreditation review, documentation, and account funding process designed to make participation straightforward, transparent, and professionally supported.
Access eBooks, webinars, case studies, and articles that explain mortgage notes, due diligence, note grades, passive income strategies, and portfolio fundamentals.
The CEO Fund gives accredited investors a professionally managed path into real estate-backed opportunities without buying buildings or managing borrowers themselves. From mortgage fund portfolios to retirement account strategies and select syndications, our approach emphasizes collateral, diversification, disciplined acquisition, and transparent communication so investors can evaluate income potential with greater confidence.
The CEO Fund combines real estate experience, financial discipline, and passive investment access.
A 10+ year track record supports disciplined acquisition and investor-focused fund management.
Investments are structured around tangible real estate collateral and diversified borrower exposure.
500+ loans across 50+ states help reduce concentration in any single market.
Carlo Turner’s certified note investing expertise guides mortgage fund acquisition strategy.
Experienced fund leaders focused on disciplined real estate investing.
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.
A real estate investment company helps investors access real estate-related assets without directly buying or managing property. The CEO Fund focuses on mortgage fund investing, real estate-backed loans, syndications, and related opportunities. The goal is to create passive income potential through professionally managed assets backed by tangible collateral, while the fund team handles acquisition, underwriting, servicing, and reporting.
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Specialized expertise in mortgage note investing.
Established fund performance history and investor focus.
Broad experience acquiring diversified mortgage assets.
Share your investment goals, accreditation status, and preferred contact details. Our fund management team will follow up to discuss available opportunities, onboarding steps, and educational resources.
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.