Mortgage Funds
Invest in professionally managed mortgage assets backed by multifamily, single-family, commercial, and mobile home real estate, creating passive income potential without direct property management responsibilities.
Protect and grow wealth with The CEO Fund’s real estate-backed investment approach, designed for accredited investors seeking passive income, diversified collateral, and structured risk management. From mortgage fund investing to self-directed IRA strategies, our team helps you evaluate opportunities, understand the due diligence process, and plan for steady income without traditional property ownership responsibilities.

Explore real estate-backed strategies designed to support income, diversification, and structured investment risk planning.
Invest in professionally managed mortgage assets backed by multifamily, single-family, commercial, and mobile home real estate, creating passive income potential without direct property management responsibilities.
Use self-directed IRA or 401(k) accounts to access tax-advantaged real estate-backed strategies, with guidance through account setup, documentation, and investment coordination.
Participate in large-scale real estate development and acquisition opportunities alongside experienced sponsors, including projects designed for long-term appreciation and passive exposure.
Benefit from portfolio acquisitions made through institutional relationships, rigorous due diligence, and discounted bulk purchasing intended to improve risk-adjusted return potential.
Access diversified lending opportunities secured by real collateral, including loans to contractors and established operators, while the fund handles underwriting and servicing.
Build confidence through eBooks, webinars, case studies, and articles explaining mortgage notes, due diligence, note grades, and passive income strategies.

We begin by discussing your income goals, risk tolerance, accreditation status, investment timeline, and preferred account structure, including direct investment or self-directed IRA and 401(k) options.
The CEO Fund combines professional management, real estate collateral, and disciplined investor education.
A 10+ year track record supports disciplined investing and long-term portfolio oversight.
Certified mortgage investing leadership guides asset acquisition, underwriting, and portfolio strategy.
Investments are backed by tangible real estate collateral across multiple property types.
Exposure across 50+ states helps reduce dependence on any single market.
Experienced fund managers guiding disciplined real estate-backed 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.
Risk management focuses on asset selection, collateral review, borrower diversification, and ongoing portfolio oversight. The CEO Fund invests in real estate-backed mortgage assets and related lending opportunities, so risk planning includes evaluating lien position, property type, geography, payment performance, and acquisition pricing before capital is deployed.
Connect with our fund managers for clear answers before investing.
Specialized leadership in mortgage note investing.
Established history managing real estate-backed investments.
Extensive acquisition history across diversified loans.
Share your investment goals, accreditation status, and planning questions. Our team will help you understand next steps and available 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.