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What’s After HAMP? MBA Proposes Loan Modification Program

HousingWire published an article discussing the Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) newly proposed One Mod: Principles for Post-HAMP Loan Modifications program.

23 Sep 2016

Legislators Mull New Fee to Help Combat Blight

The Times-Tribune (Scranton, PA) published an article outlining PA SB 486. The proposed legislation aims to enable counties to apply a fee of up to $15 for each deed and mortgage recorded to be used for a demolition program.

22 Sep 2016

HUD Provides $13 Million in Emergency Disaster Assistance to Baton Rouge and Lafayette

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued a press release announcing that it will provide disaster assistance to areas in Louisiana affected by severe flooding.

22 Sep 2016

FHA INFO #16-61: New FHA Connection Functionality Allows Electronic Claims Filing for Claims Without Conveyance of Title Procedure

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) released single family housing and news updates in FHA INFO #16-61.

21 Sep 2016

FHLMC Guide Bulletin 2016-18: Freddie Mac Principal Reduction Modification Update

Freddie Mac issued an update announcing the availability of a new form that will facilitate the processing of the Freddie Mac Principal Reduction Modification.

21 Sep 2016

CFPB Gives Training on Updated Servicer Rules

DS News released an article highlighting the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) Industry and Servicer Training Update that took place at the 2016 Five Star Conference and Expo.

20 Sep 2016

Fannie Mae: ACH Direct Deposit FAQs and Form Updates

Fannie Mae has updated its ACH (Direct Deposit) Form and frequently asked questions (FAQ) section.

20 Sep 2016

FEMA Declared Disaster Maryland

On September 16, 2016, FEMA issued a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for areas in Maryland as a result of a severe storm and flooding that took place July 30-31, 2016.

16 Sep 2016

FHFA: Three Easy Steps to HARP: How Homeowners Can Save Thousands

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) posted a blog discussing how homeowners can refinance through the Home Affordable Refinance Program (HARP), which has been extended to September 30, 2017.

16 Sep 2016

HARP Volumes Shrink as Refi Numbers Retreat

The MReport published an article highlighting data from the Federal Housing Finance Agency’s (FHFA) July 2016 Refinance Report.

16 Sep 2016

Loan Modifications Increase as Foreclosure Sales Decrease

DS News published an article highlighting HOPE NOW’s July 2016 loan modification data.

15 Sep 2016

Proposal Aims to Improve Foreclosure Process Tracking

The New York Law Review published an article discussing the opening of a period for public comment on a proposal to require two new pieces of paperwork in settlement conferences required by New York courts in residential foreclosures.

15 Sep 2016

Proposed Bill Aims to Amend Consumer Financial Protection Act

H.R. 5413 (CFPB Data Accountability Act) was introduced and referred to the House Committee on Financial Services on June 8, 2016.

15 Sep 2016

MHA HAMP Reporting Update August 2016 UP Survey Now Available

Making Home Affordable (MHA) issued an update announcing the availability of the August 2016 UP Survey on HMPadmin.com.

15 Sep 2016

Fannie Mae Single Family Servicing News: Announcements SVC-2016-08 and RVS-2016-01

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

14 Sep 2016

FHLMC Guide Bulletin 2016-17: Servicing Updates

On September 14, Freddie Mac issued an update announcing the new 2017 Freddie Mac Servicer Success Scorecard.

14 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