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FHFA Kicks Off #HARPNow Social Media Campaign – HARP Expires in December

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) posted a blog announcing the kickoff of a new social media campaign surrounding the Home Affordable Refinance Program (HARP).

17 Feb 2016

HARP Refinances Total 3.38 Million Through the Fourth Quarter

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) issued a news release discussing findings from its fourth quarter 2015 Refinance Report.

17 Feb 2016

MHA HAMP Reporting Update January 2016 UP Survey Now Available

Making Home Affordable (MHA) issued a HAMP Reporting Update announcing the availability of the January 2016 UP Survey.

17 Feb 2016

Setting the Tone

A recently published issue of DS News featured an article by Safeguard Properties CEO Alan Jaffa. In it, Jaffa discusses the continuing evolution of the mortgage servicing industry and highlights several opportunities companies can embrace in 2016 to protect and preserve properties at a higher level.

15 Feb 2016

Flint’s Problems Didn’t Start with Water

The Detroit Free Press released an article discussing the issues faced by Flint, Michigan before and after the recent water crisis.

13 Feb 2016

Fannie Mae: Excess Attorney Fee Request Guidelines Updates

Fannie Mae has posted an updated version of the New Jersey AAA Matrix to the Excess Attorney Fee Guidelines webpage.

12 Feb 2016

FHA INFO #16-07: Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) Mortgagee Optional Election Assignment Extension to 120-Day Assignment Requirement

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) released single family housing and news updates in FHA INFO #16-07.

12 Feb 2016

HUD Announces Change to Debenture Interest Rates

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced changes in the interest rates to be paid on debentures issued with respect to a loan or mortgage insured by the Federal Housing Administration under the provisions of the National Housing Act (the Act).

12 Feb 2016

FEMA Declared Disaster Mississippi

On February 11, 2016, FEMA issued an update to a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for areas in Mississippi as a result of severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds and flooding that took place December 23-28, 2015.

11 Feb 2016

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11 Feb 2016

Bill Would Allow for Land Bank Establishment in Virginia

Virginia House Bill 268, titled the Land Bank Entities Act, would authorize the establishment of a land bank by any locality or two or more combined localities. The bill passed a House vote on February 10, 2016.

11 Feb 2016

Fannie Mae: Selling and Servicing Flexibilities Available to Homeowners Impacted by the Flint, Michigan Water Crisis

Fannie Mae issued a Selling and Servicing Notice reminding servicers and lenders about existing products, loan options and servicing flexibilities that are available for homeowners who may be impacted by the water crisis in Flint, Michigan.

11 Feb 2016

Freddie Mac Support for Homeowners in Flint, Michigan

Freddie Mac issued a release reminding servicers and sellers of all the mortgage options that are available to homeowners in Flint, Michigan.

11 Feb 2016

HUD Written Testimony of Edward L. Golding

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) released the written testimony of Edward L. Golding before the House of Representatives Committee on Financial Services, Subcommittee on Housing and Insurance.

11 Feb 2016

Fannie Mae Servicing Guide Announcement SVC-2016-01 Servicing Guide Updates

Fannie Mae released an announcement containing a number of Servicing Guide updates, including changes to New Jersey foreclosure fees and an introduction to the Servicing Guide Change Control Log.

10 Feb 2016

MHA HAMP Reporting Update Presidents Day Holiday Support and System Availability

Making Home Affordable (MHA) issued a HAMP Reporting Update outlining system availability for the Presidents Day holiday.

10 Feb 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