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Blight Bills Active in New York

A11000 was introduced and referred to the Judiciary Committee on May 29, 2018 and A02419/S07968 was referred to the Judiciary Committee on January 3, 2018.

4 Jun 2018

Rep. San Buenaventura Asks Governor to Issue Executive Orders Supporting Housing for Kilauea Eruption Evacuees

Hawaii 24/7 posted a media release outlining a request for three executive orders from Representative Joy A. San Buenaventura (HI, Dist. 4 Puna) to Governor David Ige. Among the orders is the request for a waiver of the landlord-tenant code, which would allow vacant properties in the foreclosure process to be rented.

2 Jun 2018

2018 Hurricane Storm Surge Damage Could Top $1 Trillion

DS News published an article providing an overview of a recent report released by CoreLogic.

31 May 2018

MHA HAMP Update: Updated MHA LPI Date Correction Request Process ? Job Aid Posted

Making Home Affordable (MHA) issued an update announcing the availability of a job aid on HMPadmin.com.

31 May 2018

Field Services Technology: Directing Traffic, Driving Progress

The June issue of DS News featured an article authored by Safeguard Properties Chief Information Officer George Mehok. In it, Mehok discusses how effective field services workflow management systems can successfully provide quality information, automation, and integration with mortgage servicers’ systems.

30 May 2018

FEMA Declared Disaster Maine

On May 30, 2018, FEMA issued a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for areas in Maine affected by severe storms and flooding from March 2-8, 2018.

30 May 2018

MHA HAMP Update: HMPAdmin.com Search Function Unavailable Saturday 6/2/18

Making Home Affordable (MHA) issued an updated outlining scheduled system maintenance.

30 May 2018

VA: Circular 26-18-13: Policy Guidance Update: VA Refinance Loans and the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief and Consumer Protection Act

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued a circular informing program participants about the impact of the provisions of The Protecting Veterans From Predatory Lending Act of 2018, as it relates to VA home loan financing. Program participants must be aware of important program changes that go into effect immediately.

25 May 2018

FEMA Declared Disaster Kentucky

On May 24, 2018, FEMA issued an update to a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for areas in Kentucky as a result of severe storms, tornadoes, flooding, landslides and mudslides that took place February 21 to March 21, 2018.

24 May 2018

FEMA Declared Disaster Ohio

On May 24, 2018, FEMA issued an update to a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for areas in Ohio affected by severe storms, flooding and landslides from February 14-25, 2018.

24 May 2018

Proposed Vacant Building Ordinance Draws Objections

The New Castle News published an article discussing a newly proposed foreclosure bond ordinance in New Castle, Pa.

24 May 2018

Trump Signs Dodd-Frank Reform Bill

On May 24, 2018, Senate Bill 2155 (Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act) was signed into law by President Donald Trump.

24 May 2018

Fannie Mae: Updates to High LTV Refi Option and More

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

23 May 2018

FHFA: 2017 Report to Congress

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) released its 2017 Report to Congress.

23 May 2018

FHFA: Statement of Melvin Watt

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) published the statement of Melvin L. Watt before the U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.

23 May 2018

HUD Senate Confirms Brian Montgomery to Lead Federal Housing Administration

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued a press release announcing the U.S. Senate confirmation of Brian D. Montgomery as Assistant Secretary of Housing at HUD and Commissioner of the Federal Housing Administration (FHA).

23 May 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