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MHA HAMP Update: Upcoming HAMP Reporting Tool User Interface Outage

Making Home Affordable (MHA) issued an update outlining upcoming system connectivity testing.

4 Dec 2017

Evolution of Cybersecurity

The November issue of DS News featured an article authored by Safeguard Properties Information Security Officer Darren Kruk. In it, Kruk explores the need for companies in high-profile industries, such as mortgage servicing, to be more vigilant in protecting their electronic environments.

30 Nov 2017

Fannie Mae: New eLearning Series; Loan Limits Increasing; and More

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

29 Nov 2017

HUD: $616 Million to Help Florida Recover From Hurricane Irma

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued a press release announcing a grant that has been awarded to help areas in Florida affected by Hurricane Irma.

28 Nov 2017

VA Circular 26-17-38: Updates to the VA Property Management and Servicing Contract

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued a circular providing details concerning operational matters related to VA’s Real Estate Owned (REO) and direct loan portfolio performed by Vendor Resource Management (VRM) under the VA REO and Portfolio Servicing Contract (RPSC).

27 Nov 2017

Pertinent Legislation Proposed in Mass.

Several bills have been introduced in Massachusetts relating to property maintenance and the foreclosure process.

25 Nov 2017

CFPB: Leandra English Named Deputy Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) issued a press release officially announcing Leandra English as deputy director of the agency.

24 Nov 2017

FEMA Declared Disaster U.S. Virgin Islands

On November 22, 2017, FEMA issued an update to a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for the territory of the U.S. Virgin Islands as a result of Hurricane Maria from September 16 to November 22, 2017..

22 Nov 2017

Fannie Mae: Service Date Requirements in LoanSphere; New eLearning for Fannie Mae Invoicing; and More

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

22 Nov 2017

Property Management: Adapting to Change

DS News recently had a discussion with Safeguard Properties Vice President of Vendor Management Joe Iafigliola that sheds light on some of the obstacles associated with property management.

22 Nov 2017

Here are the changes to California’s Homeowner Bill of Rights you need to know

HousingWire published an article outlining a number of changes pertaining to California’s Homeowner Bill of Rights (HOBR), which will be effective on January 1, 2018.

21 Nov 2017

HUD: FHA INFO #17-55: TOTAL Scorecard Database Upgrade Postponed

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued single family housing and news updates in FHA INFO #17-55.

21 Nov 2017

MHA: HAMP Update: Thanksgiving Holiday Support and System Availability

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

20 Nov 2017

VALERI Special Announcement

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued an announcement containing information about processing VALERI Servicer Files and Bulk Upload Templates submitted between Wednesday, November 15, 2017 and Friday, November 17, 2017.

20 Nov 2017

HUD Provides $5 Billion to Help Texas Recover From Hurricane Harvey

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued a press release announcing a grant that will be awarded to help areas in Texas affected by Hurricane Harvey.

17 Nov 2017

FEMA Declared Disaster Alabama

On November 16, 2017, FEMA issued a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for areas in Alabama affected by Hurricane Nate from October 6-10, 2017.

16 Nov 2017

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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