Jack Katsikos joined Silver Hill Financial in 2004 with nearly 25 years of experience in the real estate appraisal business. As Vice President of Real Estate, Jack leads a team of real estate analysts and bid processors who follow one of the most efficient review processes in the industry, fulfilling Silver Hill's promise to close commercial loans as quickly as possible - often in 30 days or less. A strong advocate of employee training, Jack also developed the real estate courses that are taught at Silver Hill University.
Before joining Silver Hill as Real Estate Manager, Jack was Owner and Principal Appraiser of Katsikos Real Estate Appraisals, Inc. Prior to starting his business, Jack served as Senior Review Appraiser at the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT). During his eight years with the FDOT, he provided state-wide appraisal services and became one of the most respected appraisers in the state.
Jack earned a master's degree in business administration from the University of Miami, where he also earned his bachelor's degree in economics. He is a State Certified General Appraiser and a Licensed Real Estate Broker for the State of Florida, as well as an active Member of the Appraisal Institute (MAI), the highest commercial appraisal designation in the country.