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Notice Requirements for Protection of Tenants in Foreclosure Actions

Attorney James T. Martin of Poyner Spruill LLP authored an article discussing the passage of North Carolina Session Law 2015-178 HB 174, titled “Notice Requirements for Protection of Tenants in Foreclosure Actions”.

15 Sep 2015

FHFA Issues Update on the Common Securitization Platform

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) released An Update on the Common Securitization Platfrom. The update details progress made in the development of a new infrastructure for the securitization of single-family mortgages by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

15 Sep 2015

Freddie Mac: Check Out New Helpful Tips on Our Investor Reporting Web Page

Freddie Mac issued a release announcing updates made to its Investor Reporting Web page.

15 Sep 2015

HUD Mortgagee Letter 2015-20: Revision of Notice to Occupants of Pending Acquisition (NOPA)

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) released Mortgagee Letter 2015-20. The letter provides a revised Sample Notice to Occupants of Pending Acquisition (NOPA) and to eliminate references to occupancy rights under the expired Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act (PTFA).

15 Sep 2015

MHA HAMP Reporting Update August 2015 UP Survey Now Available

Making Home Affordable (MHA) released a HAMP Reporting Update announcing the availability of the August 2015 UP Survey.

15 Sep 2015

Vacant Properties Part of City Blight Equation

St. Joseph News-Press released an article discussing the introduction of a bill by state Rep. Delus Johnson (R-MO) that would establish a land bank in St. Joseph, Missouri to fight blight.

12 Sep 2015

Head in the Clouds

The September issue of MReport featured an article by Safeguard Properties Assistant Vice President of Infrastructure Services Scott Anderson discussing the importance of cloud computing in the field services industry.

10 Sep 2015

Fannie Mae Standard Modification Interest Rate Adjustment

Fannie Mae issued a release providing notification of the new Standard Modification Interest Rate required for all Fannie Mae conventional mortgage loan modifications.

9 Sep 2015

Fannie Mae SVC-2015-12 Servicing Guide Updates

Fannie Mae released an announcement outlining several updates to its Servicing Guide, including adjustments to Standard and Streamlined Modifications and updates to the Application of Borrower HAMP Incentives.

9 Sep 2015

FHLMC Guide Bulletin 2015-15 Increasing Modification Eligibility and More

Freddie Mac issued a release announcing updates to borrower eligibility for modifications and requirements related to Freddie Mac Default Legal Matters.

9 Sep 2015

Fannie Mae: SMDU: A Helping Hand for Borrowers and Servicers

The Housing Industry Forum released an article discussing the benefits of the Servicing Management Default Underwriter (SMDU).

8 Sep 2015

GAO-15-631: Lender Placed Insurance: More Robust Data Could Improve Oversight

The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) released GAO-15-631, a report discussing lender placed insurance (LPI) and the extent to which it is used.

8 Sep 2015

MHA HAMP Reporting Update Q3 2015 Base NPV Documentation Supplement Available

Making Home Affordable (MHA) released a HAMP Reporting Update announcing the availability of the Q3 2015 Base NPV Documentation Supplement for the Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP).

8 Sep 2015

FEMA Declared Disaster Louisiana

On September 4, 2015, FEMA issued a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for areas in Louisiana as a result of severe storms and flooding May 18 to June 20, 2015.

4 Sep 2015

GAO-15-813: Troubled Asset Relief Program: Status of GAO Recommendations

The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) released GAO-15-813, a report discussing the Department of the Treasury’s implementation of GAO’s recommendations concerning the Capital Purchase Program (CPP) and Making Home Affordable (MHA).

4 Sep 2015

Fannie Mae Extends Foreclosure Timelines in 33 States

HousingWire published an article discussing the announcement of Fannie Mae to adjust the maximum number of allowable days for routine foreclosure proceedings for foreclosure sales on or after August 1, 2015.

3 Sep 2015

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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.

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.

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.

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.

Business Development

Carrie Tackett

Business Development Safeguard Properties