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The Shift in Pre-Foreclosure Property Management

DS News published an article discussing a recent action by Fannie Mae allowing all vacant Fannie Mae-owned properties to use an alternative to plywood for securization. The article features comments from Safeguard Properties Founder and Chairman Robert Klein and CEO Alan Jaffa.

30 Nov 2016

Fitting the Pieces Together

The November issue of DS News featured an article authored by Safeguard Properties Director of Supply Chain and Vendor Management Tim Rath. In it, Rath discusses ways mortgage field services companies can successfully manage third-party vendor networks.

11 Nov 2016

Industry Insight: Property Preservation Goes Mobile

DS News recently featured Safeguard Properties Vice President of Vendor Management Joe Iafigliola as the subject of an interview discussing the importance of mobile technology in the property preservation space of the housing industry.

11 Nov 2016

State Spotlight: The Sun Sets on Nevada’s Foreclosure Mediation Program

DS News released an article discussing the State of Nevada Foreclosure Mediation Program (FMP), which is scheduled to end on June 30, 2017.

9 Nov 2016

Fannie Mae: Plywood Unacceptable for Pre-Foreclosure Properties

DS News released an article highlighting an announcement made by Fannie Mae at the National Property Preservation Conference (NPPC) in Baltimore, MD in regard to a new allowable promoting the use of clear boarding on pre-foreclosure properties. The article features comments by Safeguard Properties Founder and Chairman Robert Klein.

4 Nov 2016

State Spotlight: Acceleration Notices Require Strict Mortgage Compliance

DS News published an article authored by Lauren Riddick, attorney with Codilis & Associates, P.C. In it, Riddick discusses acceleration notices and the critical need for servicers to adhere to the exact language of the mortgage when foreclosure action is imminent.

14 Oct 2016

Structure of CFPB Ruled Unconstitutional

DS News published an article outlining a decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia that has ordered a restructuring of how the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) operates within the executive branch.

11 Oct 2016

The Housing Industry?s Response When Disaster Strikes

DS News published an article discussing steps taken by the housing industry when a natural disaster occurs. The article featured comments by Safeguard Properties Chief Operating Officer Michael Greenbaum.

10 Oct 2016

CFPB Gives Training on Updated Servicer Rules

DS News released an article highlighting the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) Industry and Servicer Training Update that took place at the 2016 Five Star Conference and Expo.

20 Sep 2016

Property Management Experts Share Insight on QC

DS News published an article highlighting the Property Management Lab that took place at the 13th Annual Five Star Conference and Expo in Dallas, TX. Featured as a lab panelist was Safeguard Properties Assistant Vice President of Investor Relations Kellie Chambers.

13 Sep 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