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Disaster Playbook

Editor's note: This story was originally featured in the January issue of DS News, out now. The secret to being a successful team is being prepared. For professional sports like football, that means updating and studying an extensive playbook where ...

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Ten Field Service Approaches to Protect the Value of REO Properties

Effective solutions to revive the market will take time. Meanwhile, upholding the condition, value, and ultimately the marketability of REO properties, as well as protecting surrounding properties and minimizing REO portfolio losses will continue to pose a significant challenge for servicers and investors. Field service companies are critical partners in helping the mortgage industry address this challenge. Alan Jaffa and Kathy Cogan of Safeguard Properties offer up 10 field service approaches to protect the value of REOs.

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