Investor Onboarding
Start with a guided call, accreditation review, investment documentation, and account funding support. The process helps investors move from interest to active participation with clarity and confidence.
Discover structured ways to supplement family income through professionally managed, real estate-backed investment opportunities. The CEO Fund helps accredited investors pursue passive income without the day-to-day burdens of rental property ownership. From mortgage fund investing to self-directed IRA strategies, our team provides clear onboarding, ongoing reporting, and access to diversified private opportunities.
Explore investor-focused services designed to support passive income, diversification, and real estate-backed wealth strategies.
Start with a guided call, accreditation review, investment documentation, and account funding support. The process helps investors move from interest to active participation with clarity and confidence.
Use self-directed IRA or 401(k) accounts to pursue tax-advantaged exposure to mortgage fund investing, supported by guidance through setup, documentation, and retirement-focused strategy considerations.
Invest in professionally managed mortgage funds backed by multifamily, single-family, commercial, and mobile home real estate, designed for passive income without traditional property management responsibilities.
Access large-scale acquisition and development opportunities alongside experienced sponsors, including projects designed to combine passive participation with long-term real estate appreciation potential.
Benefit from institutional-style mortgage portfolio acquisitions, where assets are purchased in bulk using rigorous due diligence to create diversified exposure and stronger risk-adjusted opportunities.
Learn through free eBooks, webinars, case studies, and articles that explain mortgage notes, due diligence, note grades, and passive income strategies for informed decision-making.
Begin with a consultation to discuss your income goals, investment timeline, risk considerations, and interest in mortgage funds, retirement account investing, syndications, or other real estate-backed opportunities managed by The CEO Fund.
The CEO Fund combines disciplined management, real estate collateral, and investor-focused support.
Over 10 years of fund activity and 500+ loans purchased across diversified markets.
Strategies are backed by tangible real estate collateral, not unsecured income concepts.
Fund leaders bring deep corporate finance, capital raising, and mortgage note expertise.
Investors receive resources, reporting, and direct team access for informed decision-making.
Experienced fund leaders focused on real estate-backed income.
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.
Accredited investors often supplement household income through passive, asset-backed strategies that do not require managing tenants or properties. The CEO Fund focuses on mortgage fund investing, real estate syndications, and tax-advantaged retirement account strategies designed to generate cash flow from professionally managed real estate-backed assets.
Connect with our team for clear answers before you invest.
Specialized credentials in mortgage note investing.
Established investment performance history and management discipline.
Diversified national portfolio across many markets.
Submit your information and our fund management team will help you understand eligibility, next steps, documentation, and account funding options.
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.