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Educating Employees in a Dynamic Industry by Safeguard Properties Director of Training John Gonos

In the October Issue of DS News, Safeguard’s director of training John Gonos discusses what mortgage field services companies must do to keep employees current with changing industry regulations and guidelines.

10 Oct 2014

FEMA Declared Disaster Area Montana

On October 10, FEMA issued a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for areas in Montana as a result of severe storms, straight-line winds and flooding August 21-25. 

 

10 Oct 2014

FHFA Announces Chief of Staff

On October 8, the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) announced the appointment of Janell Byrd-Chichester as Chief of Staff for FHFA.

9 Oct 2014

GAO-15-131 Housing Finance System

On October 7, the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) released GAO-15-131, a report subtitled Housing Finance System:  A Framework for Assessing Potential Changes.

9 Oct 2014

California MBA Chairman Publishes Editorial Opposing San Francisco Eminent Domain Proposal

On October 6, the San Francisco Examiner released an editorial titled Mortgage-seizure idea:  A solution in search of a problem?

8 Oct 2014

Fannie Mae Standard Modification Rate Adjustment

On October 7, Fannie Mae released a Servicing Notice announcing an adjustment to the required interest rate for a Fannie Mae Standard Modification.

8 Oct 2014

FHA Announces Extended Feedback Period for Draft Servicing Section

On October 7, The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) released INFO message #14-61, discussing a feedback extension period for the draft Servicing section of the Single Family Housing Policy Handbook.

8 Oct 2014

FEMA Declared Disaster Area New Mexico

On October 6, FEMA issued a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for areas in New Mexico as a result of severe storms and flooding July 27 to August 5.

7 Oct 2014

Supreme Court Case to Decide if Banks are Responsible for Sale of Foreclosed Houses

On October 1, Philip Babler, associate and litigation lawyer with Foley & Lardner LLP posted an article discussing Bank of New York v. Carson, No. 2013AP544, currently awaiting a ruling from the Wisconsin Supreme Court.

7 Oct 2014

FHA Announces Intention to Extend Borrower Refinancing Program

On October 1, the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) released INFO message #14-60, discussing its plan to extend the “FHA Refinances of Borrowers in Negative Equity Positions” program.

7 Oct 2014

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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