Mortgage Fund
Access the core fund strategy centered on Grade A–C performing mortgage notes backed by diversified real estate collateral, designed to generate consistent cash flow for accredited investors.
Real Estate Investment Platform Services from The CEO Fund help accredited investors access mortgage note funds, real estate syndications, IRA strategies, and educational resources designed for passive income. Built around asset-backed investments and professional fund management, the platform offers a structured way to pursue monthly cash flow and portfolio diversification without the daily demands of owning and managing property.

Explore managed real estate-backed investment services built for accredited investors seeking passive income and diversification.
Access the core fund strategy centered on Grade A–C performing mortgage notes backed by diversified real estate collateral, designed to generate consistent cash flow for accredited investors.
Use self-directed retirement funds to pursue passive, tax-advantaged mortgage note income through a dedicated IRA and 401(k) investment strategy.
Participate in larger development opportunities, including projects like the $20 million SUNRISE Construction Syndication featuring homes, marina, and golf course development.
Follow a guided path from document review to fund management consultation, investment completion, and distribution participation through a clear onboarding process.
Learn the fundamentals of note investing through blogs, whitepapers, and events that help investors evaluate strategy, risk, and opportunity.
Benefit from the fund’s sourcing and acquisition of bulk mortgage note portfolios, supported by practical case studies and acquisition experience.

Prospective investors begin by signing up and reviewing fund documents, investment objectives, eligibility requirements, and strategy details. This first step helps clarify whether The CEO Fund’s mortgage note platform aligns with their financial goals.
The CEO Fund combines specialized mortgage note knowledge with professional real estate investment management.
A 10+ year record supports disciplined investment management and long-term platform credibility.
Certified mortgage note expertise guides acquisition, financing, development, and asset delivery decisions.
Investments span multiple property types, collateral categories, and geographic markets across 50+ states.
Investors can pursue real estate-backed income without managing tenants, repairs, or daily operations.
Experienced fund leaders guiding real estate-backed investment strategies.
Fund Manager / Certified Note Investing Specialist
Carlo Turner serves as Fund Manager and Certified Note Investing Specialist at The CEO Fund, a role he has held since the fund's inception. With more than 15 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 billion. His deep expertise in real estate-backed investments and mortgage note 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 notes. 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 notes, 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.
The 2% rule is a rental property guideline suggesting monthly rent should equal at least 2% of the property’s purchase price. It is most often used by direct landlords evaluating cash-flow rentals. The CEO Fund’s mortgage note strategy is different: investors focus on real estate-backed debt, fund underwriting, collateral quality, diversification, and managed cash-flow potential rather than buying and operating rental properties.
Connect with experienced fund managers before taking your next step.
Recognizes specialized mortgage note investment expertise.
Demonstrates long-term fund investment management experience.
Shows experience acquiring diversified mortgage note portfolios.
Share your investment goals, retirement account strategy, or platform questions, and The CEO Fund team will help you understand the next steps.
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.