Growing up in a real estate family, Kyle Pugel was immersed in the industry long before making it his career. His parents ran their own company, and he and his sister spent their childhood doing homework in the conference room, helping with marketing, putting up signs and watching their parents build a business. By 18, he was already licensed, selling homes while in college and interning in both real estate and finance. But despite those early experiences, he didn’t immediately land in lending.
After earning a finance degree from Northern Arizona University, Pugel began his career as a financial advisor, earning his Series 7 and 66 licenses. His younger sister had already found success in mortgage lending, and as he watched her build her business, he realized it was the right path for him, too. Now, Pugel and his sister, Kaycee Hoyt, work together as The Pugel Team, bringing clients the full breadth of their knowledge and experience.
Now, with 14 years in lending, Pugel leads The Pugel Team at West Capital Lending, specializing in jumbo loans and self-employed borrowers in Arizona’s luxury market. He believes in making the mortgage process clear and straightforward.
He’s earned multiple top producer honors, spots in Guaranteed Rate Affinity’s President’s Club for eight straight years and recognition among the top 1% of lenders in the industry.
Outside of work, Pugel spends time with his wife and two young sons, exploring local spots and seasonal activities.
