Retirement Strategy
We help investors understand self-directed IRA and 401(k) structures for mortgage fund investing, supporting tax-advantaged wealth strategies built around consistent distributions and real estate-backed income.
Build clearer visibility into your alternative investment strategy with Wealth Management Accounting Services from The CEO Fund. Our team helps accredited investors understand real estate-backed income, retirement account strategy, investor documentation, distributions, and portfolio reporting—so you can pursue passive income opportunities with greater confidence, transparency, and long-term wealth planning discipline.

Structured investment accounting support for retirement strategies, mortgage funds, reporting, onboarding, and investor education.
We help investors understand self-directed IRA and 401(k) structures for mortgage fund investing, supporting tax-advantaged wealth strategies built around consistent distributions and real estate-backed income.
Our onboarding process includes goal discussion, accreditation verification, investment documentation, funding guidance, and ongoing access to the fund team for a clear start.
Investors gain exposure to professionally managed Grade A–C mortgage funds backed by diversified real estate assets, creating passive income without direct landlord responsibilities.
The CEO Fund provides ongoing reporting and quarterly cash distribution visibility, helping investors monitor income, fund activity, and portfolio performance over time.
Through webinars, eBooks, case studies, and articles, investors learn key concepts like note grades, due diligence, cash flow, and passive income strategy.
The fund diversifies into asset-backed small business lending and real estate syndications, giving investors broader visibility across multiple income-producing investment channels.
The CEO Fund brings structure, reporting clarity, and experienced oversight to alternative wealth strategies. From self-directed retirement investing to mortgage fund income tracking, our services help accredited investors understand how real estate-backed assets support monthly cash flow, diversification, and long-term planning without the operational burdens of owning property directly.

The CEO Fund combines investment discipline, real estate expertise, and investor-focused transparency.
A 10+ year track record supports disciplined fund management and investor confidence.
Certified note investing expertise guides mortgage acquisition, reporting, and portfolio oversight.
Investments span 50+ states, helping reduce concentration risk across markets and property types.
Investors receive ongoing reporting, quarterly distributions, and direct access to the fund team.
Experienced fund leaders guiding real estate-backed wealth strategies.
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.
Wealth management accounting is the organization, tracking, and interpretation of financial activity tied to an investor’s broader wealth strategy. For alternative investments, that can include reviewing income distributions, retirement account structures, documentation, asset-backed investment performance, and reporting. The goal is to give investors clearer visibility into how their capital is allocated, how income is generated, and how each investment supports long-term wealth planning.
Connect with our fund team for clear guidance on your options.
Specialized leadership in mortgage note investing.
Established fund history serving accredited investors.
Extensive loan acquisition and portfolio experience.
Share your investment goals, retirement account questions, or reporting needs, and our 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.