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Tropical Storm Eta Makes Second Florida Landfall

FEMA issued a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for areas in North Carolina affected by Tropical Storm Eta November 12-15, 2020.

3 Mar 2021

Heavy Rain Causes Major Flooding in Kentucky and West Virginia

The Weather Channel issued a report outlining major flooding that has occurred in Kentucky and West Virginia.

3 Mar 2021

FEMA Declared Disaster North Carolina Tropical Storm Eta

FEMA issued a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for areas in North Carolina affected by Tropical Storm Eta November 12-15, 2020.

3 Mar 2021

CFPB: Housing Insecurity and the COVID-19 Pandemic

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) issued a report summarizing some of the relevant data and research associated with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the rental and mortgage market. Specifically, it outlines the risk of widespread evictions and foreclosures once federal, state and local pandemic protections come to an end.

1 Mar 2021

Texas Judge Finds National Eviction Ban Unconstitutional

CNBC published an article outlining a recent ruling by a Texas federal judge that has designated the current national eviction ban as being unconstitutional.

26 Feb 2021

FHFA: Extended COVID-19 Forbearance Period and Moratoriums

The FHFA announced an extension of the moratoriums on single-family foreclosures and REO evictions until June 30, 2021.

25 Feb 2021

Historic Winter Storms Cause Frozen and Burst Pipes in Southern U.S.

USA Today published an article outlining damage from severe winter storms that has left properties in Texas with frozen and burst water pipes.

25 Feb 2021

Freddie Mac: Guide Bulletin 2021-08: Temporary Servicing Guidance

Freddie Mac announced an extension of the COVID-19 foreclosure moratorium, expansion of the COVID‑19 forbearance plans, expansion of the COVID-19 payment deferral and clarification regarding Freddie Mac Flex Modification® eligibility for borrowers with a COVID-19 hardship.

25 Feb 2021

ATTOM: Total Number of Zombie Foreclosures Drops in First Quarter 2021

ATTOM Data Solutions issued its Q1 2021 Vacant Property and Zombie Foreclosure Report. According to its findings, 1.4 (1,449,253) million residential properties in the U.S. are currently vacant.

25 Feb 2021

HUD: FHA INFO #21-11: COVID-19 Loss Mitigation Policies Webinar

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced the availability of a pre-recorded webinar that discusses the various policies outlined in Mortgagee Letter (ML) 2021-05, Extensions of Single Family Foreclosure and Eviction Moratorium, Start Date of COVID-19 Initial Forbearance, and Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) Extension Period; Expansion of COVID-19 Loss Mitigation Options.`

23 Feb 2021

VA: VALERI Servicer Newsflash

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued a release containing information regarding upcoming system maintenance and recently announced COVID-19 policy guidance.

23 Feb 2021

HUD: Texas Winter Storm Federal Disaster Assistance

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced the implementation of federal disaster assistance for the State of Texas to provide support to homeowners and homebuyers in areas affected by a severe winter storm.

22 Feb 2021

Resource: Eviction, Mortgage and Foreclosure Relief During COVID-19

Justia has created an online resource featuring a comprehensive state-by-state review of COVID-19 eviction and foreclosure protections as well as a summary of associated federal actions.

19 Feb 2021

FEMA Emergency Declaration Louisiana Severe Winter Storm

FEMA issued an Emergency Declaration for areas in Louisiana affected by a severe winter storm beginning on February 11, 2021 and continuing.

18 Feb 2021

NY Court of Appeals Rules on Foreclosure Deceleration, SOL

DS News published an article discussing a recent New York Court of Appeals decision that provided clear rules around the statute of limitations for foreclosure actions within the state. The article features commentary from McCalla Raymer Leibert Managing Partner Rich Haber.

18 Feb 2021

Fannie Mae Lender Letter LL-2019-08 Mortgage Insurance Updates

Fannie Mae issued a Lender Letter updating the MassHousing Mortgage Insurance Fund’s Loan Loss Reserve Agreement, Commitment/Certificate, and Mortgage Payment Protection Endorsement Forms as well as the list of Approved Mortgage Insurance Forms.

17 Feb 2021

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CEO

Alan Jaffa

Alan Jaffa is the Chief Executive Officer for Safeguard Properties, steering the company as the mortgage field services industry leader. He also serves on the board of advisors for SCG Partners, a middle-market private equity fund focused on diversifying and expanding Safeguard Properties’ business model into complimentary markets.

Alan joined Safeguard in 1995, learning the business from the ground up. He was promoted to Chief Operating Officer in 2002, and was named CEO in May 2010. His hands-on experience has given him unique insights as a leader to innovate, improve and strengthen Safeguard’s processes to assure that the company adheres to the highest standards of quality and customer service.

Under Alan’s leadership, Safeguard has grown significantly with strategies that have included new and expanded services, technology investments that deliver higher quality and greater efficiency to clients, and strategic acquisitions. He takes a team approach to process improvement, involving staff at all levels of the organization to address issues, brainstorm solutions, and identify new and better ways to serve clients.

In 2008, Alan was recognized by Crain’s Cleveland Business in its annual “40-Under-40” profile of young leaders. He also was named a NEO Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year® Award finalist in 2013.

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Esq., General Counsel and EVP

Linda Erkkila

Linda Erkkila is the General Counsel and Executive Vice President for Safeguard Properties, with oversight of legal, human resources, training, and compliance. Linda’s broad scope of oversight covers regulatory issues that impact Safeguard’s operations, risk mitigation, strategic planning, human resources and training initiatives, compliance, insurance, litigation and claims management, and counsel related to mergers, acquisition and joint ventures.

Linda assures that Safeguard’s strategic initiatives align with its resources, leverage opportunities across the company, and contemplate compliance mandates. She has practiced law for 25 years and her experience, both as outside and in-house counsel, covers a wide range of corporate matters, including regulatory disclosure, corporate governance compliance, risk assessment, compensation and benefits, litigation management, and mergers and acquisitions.

Linda earned her JD at Cleveland-Marshall College of Law. She holds a degree in economics from Miami University and an MBA. Linda was previously named as both a “Woman of Influence” by HousingWire and as a “Leading Lady” by MReport.

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COO

Michael Greenbaum

Michael Greenbaum is the Chief Operating Officer of Safeguard Properties, where he has played a pivotal role since joining the company in July 2010. Initially brought on as Vice President of REO, Mike’s exceptional leadership and strategic vision quickly propelled him to Vice President of Operations in 2013, and ultimately to COO in 2015. Over his 14-year tenure at Safeguard, Mike has been instrumental in driving change and fostering innovation within the Property Preservation sector, consistently delivering excellence and becoming a trusted partner to clients and investors.

A distinguished graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point, Mike earned a degree in Quantitative Economics. Following his graduation, he served in the U.S. Army’s Ordnance Branch, where he specialized in supply chain management. Before his tenure at Safeguard, Mike honed his expertise by managing global supply chains for 13 years, leveraging his military and civilian experience to lead with precision and efficacy.

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CFO

Joe Iafigliola

Joe Iafigliola is the Chief Financial Officer for Safeguard Properties. Joe is responsible for the Control, Quality Assurance, Business Development, Marketing, Accounting, and Information Security departments. At the core of his responsibilities is the drive to ensure that Safeguard’s focus remains rooted in Customer Service = Resolution. Through his executive leadership role, he actively supports SGPNOW.com, an on-demand service geared towards real estate and property management professionals as well as individual home owners in need of inspection and property preservation services. Joe is also an integral force behind Compliance Connections, a branch of Safeguard Properties that allows code enforcement professionals to report violations at properties that can then be addressed by the Safeguard vendor network. Compliance Connections also researches and shares vacant property ordinance information with Safeguard clients.

Joe has an MBA from The Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University, is a Certified Management Accountant (CMA), and holds a bachelor’s degree from The Ohio State University’s Honors Accounting program.

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Business Development

Carrie Tackett

Business Development Safeguard Properties