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FHA Proposes Deadline for Lenders to File Claims

On July 6, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued a press release announcing the publishing of a proposed rule that would establish a maximum time period within which a Federal Housing Administration (FHA) approved mortgagee must file a claim for insurance benefits.

8 Jul 2015

GAO-15-670: Troubled Asset Relief Program: Treasury Could More Consistently Analyze Potential Benefits and Costs of Housing Program Changes

On July 6, the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) released GAO-15-670, a report subtitled Troubled Asset Relief Program: Treasury Could More Consistently Analyze Potential Benefits and Costs of Housing Program Changes.

8 Jul 2015

VA Circular 26-15-16 Auction Service for the Termination of VA Loans

On July 1, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) released Circular 26-15-16, subtitled Auction Service for the Termination of VA Loans.

8 Jul 2015

Menendez Bill Would Help Homeowners at Risk of Foreclosure Stay in Their Homes

On June 16, the office of U.S. Senator Robert Menendez (D-NJ) issued a press release discussing the introduction of the Preserving American Homeownership Act of 2015.

7 Jul 2015

Harvard’s Joint Center for Housing Studies Releases Annual Housing Report

On June 24, the National Council of State Housing Agencies (NCSHA) published an article discussing the release of The State of the Nation’s Housing 2015.

3 Jul 2015

MBA, PwC White Paper Tracks Powerful Impact of Nonbank Servicing

On June 24, HousingWire released an article discussing the release of The Changing Dynamics of the Mortgage Servicing Landscape.

3 Jul 2015

Fannie Mae: Learn About Future Changes to Investor Reporting

On June 26, Fannie Mae released an update announcing the addition of several items to the Future Changes to Investor Reporting website.

1 Jul 2015

FHLMC Guide Bulletin 2015-10 Supports TRID Rule

On June 30, Freddie Mac released an update titled Guide Bulletin 2015-10 Supports TRID Rule.

1 Jul 2015

MHA HAMP Reporting Update September 2015 HAMP Reporting Tool Release Notes

On June 25, Making Home Affordable (MHA) released a HAMP Reporting Update, subtitled September 2015 HAMP Reporting Tool Release Notes.

1 Jul 2015

MHA Supplemental Directive 15-06 Making Home Affordable Program-Streamlined Modification Process

On July 1, Making Home Affordable (MHA) issued an update titled Supplemental Directive 15-06: Making Home Affordable Program-Streamlined Modification Process.

1 Jul 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