Archives For: servicers

Fannie Mae: Servicing eNotes

Fannie Mae released a fact sheet outlining the process for servicing eNotes for its servicers, sub-servicers and lenders.

13 Nov 2015

Freddie Mac: New! Keep Track of DRLS Law Firm Reporting with ADR Access

Freddie Mac issued a release announcing access for servicers to utilize its Attorney Data Reporting (ADR) system.

29 Oct 2015

Fannie Mae Reminds Servicers of Options for South Carolina Homeowners

Fannie Mae issued a news release reminding servicers of existing guidelines that are in place to assist impacted borrowers that have been affected by natural disasters.

6 Oct 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 Update Streamline HAMP NPV Tool and Documentation Available

Making Home Affordable (MHA) released a HAMP Update announcing the availability of the Streamline HAMP NPV Tool v.10 and relevant documentation for servicers.

27 Aug 2015

New Proposed Bankruptcy Rules: Focus on Periodic Statements

DS News released an article discussing new rules proposed by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (CFPB) Judicial Conference Advisory Committee on Bankruptcy Rules.

7 Aug 2015

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

MHA Program Handbook Version 4.5; Administrative Clarifications Issued

On June 1, Making Home Affordable (MHA) released an update titled MHA Program Handbook Version 4.5; Administrative Clarifications Issued.

8 Jun 2015

Freddie Mac Disaster Relief Policies

On June 4, Freddie Mac released an update asking sellers and servicers to refresh their knowledge of its disaster-relief policies.

5 Jun 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