Archives For: Industry Updates

Court Finds Foreclosure Filing Fee Unconstitutional

DS News published an article authored by Anselmo Lindberg & Associates LLC Attorney Christopher S. Iaria. In it, Iaria explores a recent ruling by the Illinois Supreme Court that found a foreclosure filing fee to be in violation of free access, equal protection, due process and uniformity clauses.

5 Aug 2021

CDC Issues Eviction Order in Areas of Substantial and High Transmission

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued an order setting new limits on evictions for payment of rent or mortgage for U.S. counties experiencing high levels of SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19). The order will expire on October 3.

3 Aug 2021

CFPB: Tool to Help Renters and Landlords Access Federal Assistance

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) released an online tool to help renters and landlords impacted by the pandemic easily find and apply for payment assistance for rent, utilities and other expenses.

28 Jul 2021

ATTOM: East Coast States Most at Risk for Housing Impacts

ATTOM Data issued its second quarter 2021 Coronavirus Report. According to its findings, East Coast states are more vulnerable to the COVID-19 pandemic’s economic impact.

22 Jul 2021

FEMA Designates $700 Million in Hazard Mitigation

DS News reported that FEMA has selected the sub-applications for the $700 million being made available in fiscal year 2020 for Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) and Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) grant programs.

15 Jul 2021

OCC: Organizational Change Announcement

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) announced structural changes intended to enhance its efficiency and effectiveness.

6 Jul 2021

CFPB: Landlords and Agencies to Report Rental Information Accurately

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) released an enforcement compliance bulletin reminding landlords, consumer reporting agencies and others of their critical obligations to accurately report rental and eviction information.

1 Jul 2021

Supreme Court, FHFA Back Tenant and Homeowner Protections

DS News reported that the U.S. Supreme Court has denied a request to invalidate the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) moratorium on evictions.

30 Jun 2021

CFPB: Federal Servicing Regulation Amendments Issued

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) finalized amendments to federal mortgage servicing regulations to reinforce the ongoing economic recovery as the federal foreclosure moratoria are phased out.

28 Jun 2021

Biden Nominates Two for Top HUD Roles

DS News published an article providing an overview of HUD leadership role nominees from President Joe Biden.

28 Jun 2021

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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