Asset Management Services — Professional Trust Management

The CEO Fund helps accredited investors access professionally managed, real estate-backed opportunities designed for passive income without the burdens of ownership. Through mortgage note investing, IRA and 401(k) strategies, portfolio acquisitions, and private syndications, our team focuses on disciplined asset selection, transparent oversight, diversified collateral across markets nationwide, and cash-flow stability for long-term wealth planning.

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Our Asset Management Services

Structured investment solutions for accredited investors seeking professionally managed, real estate-backed passive income opportunities.

Mortgage Fund Investing

Access professionally managed mortgage note funds backed by diversified real estate collateral, including residential, multifamily, commercial, mobile home park, and tax lien assets selected for income potential.

401(k) IRA Strategy

Explore strategies for converting eligible self-directed IRA or 401(k) funds into passive, tax-advantaged mortgage note income while maintaining exposure to real estate-backed investments.

Real Estate Syndications

Participate in larger real estate development opportunities, including ground-up construction projects such as Florida’s $20 million SUNRISE Project featuring homes, a marina, and a golf course.

Portfolio Acquisitions

Benefit from the fund’s ability to source, analyze, and acquire bulk mortgage note portfolios, supported by case studies and a nationwide acquisition strategy.

Investor Onboarding

Follow a clear path from fund document review to management consultation, investment completion, reporting, and distribution participation based on the applicable offering terms.

Investor Education

Use blogs, whitepapers, and events to better understand mortgage note investing, fund strategy, risk considerations, and the role of real estate-backed income in a portfolio.

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Our Simple Investor Onboarding Process

Review Fund Materials First

Start by reviewing The CEO Fund’s investment materials, strategy summaries, and fund documents. This helps you understand the mortgage note approach, collateral types, investor requirements, account options, and distribution framework before scheduling a deeper conversation.

Speak With Fund Management

Select Your Account Strategy

Invest And Receive Updates

The CEO Fund Difference

Why Choose The CEO Fund?

The CEO Fund combines experienced leadership, structured due diligence, and real estate-backed investment access.

Proven Track Record

A 10+ year track record supports disciplined selection, management, and oversight of real estate-backed opportunities.

Specialist Expertise

Leadership includes Certified Mortgage Investing Specialist expertise and decades of finance and real estate experience.

Diversified Assets

Portfolio strategy spans property types and markets, reducing reliance on any single asset category.

Passive Structure

Investors gain real estate-backed income exposure without handling tenants, maintenance, leasing, or repairs.

Meet The Fund Team

Experienced leadership in mortgage notes and real estate-backed assets.

Portrait of Carlo Turner, Fund Manager and Certified Note Investing Specialist at The CEO Fund

Carlo Turner

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.

Portrait of Patrick Franz, Vice President and Executive Fund Manager at The CEO Fund

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 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.

Portrait of Desi Arnez, Director, CEO, President and Senior Fund Manager at The CEO Fund

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 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do professional trust management services include?

The CEO Fund manages real estate-backed investment opportunities for accredited investors, with a focus on mortgage notes, portfolio acquisitions, retirement account strategies, and select syndications. The goal is to create passive income exposure through professionally selected assets, diversified collateral, and ongoing fund oversight without requiring investors to manage tenants, repairs, or property operations directly.

Who can invest with The CEO Fund?

How does mortgage fund investing work?

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

What is the investor onboarding process?

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How is this different from buying rental property?

Still Have Investment Questions?

Connect with fund management for clear answers before you invest.

Certified & Trusted

Awards and Recognition

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Certified Note Specialist

Specialist credential supporting disciplined mortgage note oversight.

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10+ Year Track Record

Decade-plus performance history managing real estate-backed investments.

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500+ Loans Purchased

Extensive acquisition history across nationwide mortgage assets.

Start Your Professional Trust Management Conversation

Share your investment goals, preferred account structure, and questions. Our team will help you understand available opportunities and the next steps for reviewing fund documents.

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.