About

Progress Capital Lending is a Florida-based private credit firm focused on serving the real-world timelines of real estate investors and developers. As a direct lender, we combine the discipline and rigor of institutional banking with the agility and creativity of private capital. From acquisitions and refinances to value-add projects, our mission is to provide clear, reliable financing that lets our clients move quickly and confidently.

Michael Gutman

Founder & Managing Partner

Michael Gutman brings 20-years in commercial banking, most recently leading City National Bank of Florida’s Broward Corporate Banking office and was formerly with Capital Bank and Wachovia/Wells Fargo.

Gutman has originated $1.0 billion in commercial real estate loans across all major property types, plus extensive experience financing corporate borrowers and private real estate lenders.

He possesses a B.S. in Finance and MBA in Real Estate & Finance from the University of Florida.

$1+ Billion originated | 20 Years in Commercial Banking