Mortgage Fund
A professionally managed mortgage note strategy focused on Grade A–C performing loans backed by diversified real estate assets, designed to generate passive cash flow for accredited investors.
Explore a professionally managed investment approach designed for accredited investors seeking passive income through real estate-backed mortgage notes and senior housing-related opportunities. The CEO Fund combines rigorous asset selection, diversified real estate collateral, and experienced fund management to help investors pursue consistent cash flow without the responsibilities of direct property ownership.
Investment strategies designed to help accredited investors access passive, real estate-backed income opportunities.
A professionally managed mortgage note strategy focused on Grade A–C performing loans backed by diversified real estate assets, designed to generate passive cash flow for accredited investors.
A dedicated approach for investors using eligible self-directed IRA or 401(k) funds to pursue passive, tax-advantaged income through real estate-backed mortgage note investments.
Access to larger real estate syndications, including Florida development projects such as the SUNRISE Construction Syndication targeting homes, marina, and golf course development.
A guided onboarding path that helps accredited investors review documents, speak with fund management, complete subscription steps, and understand quarterly cash distribution expectations.
Sourcing and acquiring bulk mortgage note portfolios on behalf of the fund, supported by published case studies and a nationwide acquisition strategy across U.S. markets.
Free blogs, whitepapers, and events designed to help prospective investors understand mortgage note investing, fund strategy, collateral, cash flow, and risk-adjusted return concepts.
Begin by signing up to access fund documents, investor resources, and strategy materials. This stage helps you understand the fund’s mortgage note approach, senior housing-related opportunities, risk considerations, and accredited investor requirements before moving forward.
The CEO Fund combines seasoned leadership, real estate collateral, and a disciplined investment strategy.
A 10+ year track record supporting disciplined mortgage note and real estate-backed investment management.
Certified note investing expertise guides acquisition, financing, development, and delivery of fund assets.
Portfolio exposure spans property types and markets, helping reduce dependence on one asset class.
Investors pursue income without tenants, repairs, maintenance, or daily property management responsibilities.
Experienced leadership in 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 CEO Fund offers accredited investors access to real estate-backed opportunities focused on mortgage notes, development syndications, and related assets. Investors can pursue passive income without directly managing tenants, maintenance, or property operations. The fund emphasizes diversified collateral, professional due diligence, and experienced management across mortgage-backed and real estate investment strategies.
Discuss fund documents, eligibility, and investment strategy with our team.
Specialized leadership in mortgage note investing.
Established history managing real estate-backed investments.
Broad acquisition experience across U.S. markets.
Share your investment goals, accreditation status, and preferred timeline. The CEO Fund team will help you review available fund documents, investment options, and 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.