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FHFA: A Message to Borrowers Struggling With Mortgage Debt: Check Your Mail!

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) posted a blog highlighting a one-time principal reduction modification being offered by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

4 Oct 2016

VALERI Servicer Newsflash

On October 4, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued an announcement containing several Development Updates relevant to servicers.

4 Oct 2016

VALERI Servicer Newsflash

On October 5, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued an announcement containing a reminder for servicers.

4 Oct 2016

Moving Out Of The Stone Age

The October issue of Servicing Management featured an article by Safeguard Properties Assistant Vice President of Human Capitol Jennifer Anspach. In it, Anspach explores the benefits human resources (HR) departments can experience from the implementation of electronic filing systems.

3 Oct 2016

Back from the Brink: Treasury Celebrates Housing Recovery

DS News published an article highlighting a new report from the U.S. Department of the Treasury.

3 Oct 2016

Next Generation Automated Workflow Systems

The September issue of CIO Review featured an article authored by Safeguard Properties Chief Information Officer George Mehok. In it, Mehok explores the key features in an effective automated workflow system for today’s field service industry.

30 Sep 2016

FHA INFO #16-64: Single Family Housing Policy Handbook 4000.1 September Update

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) released single family housing and news updates in FHA INFO #16-64.

30 Sep 2016

First-Lien Mortgages Get an A+

DS News released an article highlighting the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency’s (OCC) second quarter 2016 Mortgage Metrics Report.

30 Sep 2016

FEMA Declared Disaster Iowa

On September 29, 2016, FEMA issued a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for areas in Iowa as a result of severe storms, straight-line winds and flooding that took place August 23-27, 2016.

29 Sep 2016

Bill Introduced to Protect California Widows, Widowers Against Foreclosure

The Los Angeles Times published an article discussing the signing of CA SB 1150 by Governor Jerry Brown.

29 Sep 2016

FHFA Second Quarter Foreclosure Prevention Report Shows Continuing Progress on Foreclosure Preventions

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) issued a news release highlighting its second quarter 2016 Foreclosure Prevention Report.

29 Sep 2016

MHA HAMP Reporting Update Servicer Loan Number Change Request Process Available

Making Home Affordable (MHA) issued an update announcing the availability of a process document that has been posted to HMPadmin.com.

29 Sep 2016

Governor Cuomo Announces Proposed Regulation to Hold Banks and Mortgage Servicers Accountable for Maintaining “Zombie Properties”

The office of New York Governor Andrew Cuomo issued a press release announcing a proposed regulation that mandates banks and mortgage services report vacant and abandoned properties in accordance with new legislation signed by the Governor in June.

28 Sep 2016

Fannie Mae Single Family Servicing News: Visit us at MBA Annual 2016

Fannie Mae issued a news release highlighting a number of updates relevant to servicers and sellers.

28 Sep 2016

State Spotlight: Florida Court Decision May Bring Difficulties for Servicers

DS News published an article discussing a recent Florida court case that could potentially cause difficulty for servicers in the disposition of foreclosed properties.

26 Sep 2016

FHA INFO #16-62: Extension of Effective Date for Home Equity Conversion Mortgage Servicing Fee Set-Aside Growth Rate

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) released single family housing and news updates in FHA INFO #16-62.

26 Sep 2016

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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