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Advocates Urge R.I. to Extend Foreclosure Protection for Homeowners

DS News released an article discussing the passage of S 2270 Sub A (An Act Relating to Property — Mortgage Foreclosure and Sale — Mediation Conference).

27 Jun 2018

Ordinance Banning Plywood Introduced in Chicago

Ordinance O2018-5052 (Amendment of Municipal Code Chapter 13-12 prohibiting use of plywood or wood-based material for securing vacant buildings) was introduced in the Chicago, Ill., City Council and was assigned to the Committee on Finance.

27 Jun 2018

Fannie Mae: LoanSphere Invoicing and SURF Enhancements; and More

Fannie Mae issued a release highlighting information relevant to servicers and sellers.

27 Jun 2018

HUD: Testimony of Dr. Ben Carson

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) published the testimony of Secretary Dr. Ben Carson before the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Financial Services.

27 Jun 2018

MHA: HAMP Update: Independence Day Holiday Support and System Availability

Making Home Affordable (MHA) issued an update outlining system availability during the Independence Day holiday.

27 Jun 2018

FEMA Declared Disaster Maryland

On June 25, 2018, FEMA issued a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for areas in Maryland affected by severe storms and flooding from May 15-19, 2018.

25 Jun 2018

FEMA Declared Disaster Massachusetts

On June 25, 2018, FEMA issued a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for areas in Maryland affected by severe winter storms and flooding from March 2-3, 2018.

25 Jun 2018

FEMA Declared Disaster Oklahoma

On June 25, 2018, FEMA issued a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for areas in Oklahoma affected by wildfires from April 11-20, 2018.

25 Jun 2018

New Dallas Initiative Targets Neighborhoods with Repeat Code Complaints

WFAA ABC 8 published an article outlining a new pilot program in Dallas, Texas, that will allow city staff to address repeated resident complaints relating to code enforcement and other neighborhood issues. The program, called the “Targeted Action Plan”, will begin in District 4 and then spread across other areas of the city.

25 Jun 2018

Pintor Marin & Calabrese Bill to Establish Protections for New Homeowners of Foreclosed Properties Approved by Assembly

Insider NJ posted a press release discussing the passage of A3366 (“Requires provisions regarding sellers’ obligation to deliver marketable and insurable title in certain residential real estate contracts of sale”) in the New Jersey Assembly. The bill has since been received in the Senate and referred to the Commerce Committee.

25 Jun 2018

HUD: $5 Billion Texas Disaster Recovery Plan Approved

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued a press release announcing the approval of a disaster recovery plan to help Texans recover from Hurricane Harvey.

25 Jun 2018

USDA: NEW ESR RESOURCES! Electronic Status Reporting (ESR) User Guide and Trainings Available Online!

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced a new Electronic Status Reporting (ESR) User Guide and training opportunities for servicing partners.

22 Jun 2018

FHFA: Foreclosure Preventions Top 4.1 Million In FHFA’s 2018 First Quarter Report”

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) issued a press release outlining its First Quarter 2018 Foreclosure Prevention Report.

21 Jun 2018

Freddie Mac: Single Security Poll ? Are You On Track?

Freddie Mac issued a release detailing a readiness poll taken at the Single Security conference on May 14, 2018.

21 Jun 2018

Freddie Mac: Single Security Tabletop Market Readiness Testing

Freddie Mac issued a release announcing a joint exercise with Fannie Mae that will explore Single Security key security activities.

21 Jun 2018

Zombie Property Act Introduced in New York

AB 1563 (Zombie Property Remediation Act of 2017) recently advanced in the New York Assembly and has been referred to the Assembly Codes Committee.

20 Jun 2018

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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