In todays tough economy were here to help you stay on top of the situation as
much as possible.
Our staff
is ready to meet all your needs with the best service around. We are available Monday through Saturday any time or on Sundays
with appointments. Our capabilities exceed from but are not limited to property clean outs, board ups, lawn and garden maintenance,
tree removal, pool winterizing, home winterizing, plumbing repairs and replacements, water heater repairs and replacements,
furnace maintenance, repairs and replacements, drywall repair and replacements, window replacements......... just ask WE CAN DO IT!!
Property Preservation
Map REO secures and adequately protects vacant and abandoned properties throughout default, foreclosure, and
conveyance by offering a multitude of services and abiding by FHA preservation guidelines when needed. We monitor property
condition utilizing inspection results and information from our contractors, and also through our partnerships with cities
across the nation. Map REO maintains contact with code enforcement offices to proactively monitor and correct violations
issued or pending on properties managed by our clients. We work with contractors to ensure they are knowledgeable in the various
Investor/Insurer requirements and are completing work within agreed upon timeframes and requirements, providing supporting
photo documentation of all information reported and services completed, and utilizing the most cost-effective procedures to
help eliminate out-of-pocket expenses for our clients.
Securing
Lock
Change
Map REO can change locks to a system utilizing one master key or as required
by applicable regulations.
Lock Box Installation
Map REo can install a lock box on the
property using a designated code to allow access to a third party.
Padlock or Slide Bolt Installation
Map REO can install a padlock,
hasp, slide bolt, or other similar lock to secure the property.
Boarding
Map REO can board or screen vacant properties in accordance
with Client instructions and/or applicable Investor/Insurer guidelines.
Securing of Swimming Pool
Map REO can secure and winterize swimming
pools in accordance with Client instructions and/or applicable Investor/Insurer guidelines.
Debris Removal
Map REO can remove
all interior and/or exterior debris in accordance with Client instructions and/or applicable Investor/Insurer guidelines.
Automobile Removal
Map REO can remove abandoned vehicles from
vacant properties in accordance with Client instructions.
Winterization
Map REO can winterize
vacant properties in accordance Client instructions and/or applicable Investor/Insurer guidelines. A winterization generally
involves:
- draining of all plumbing and heating systems as required;
- using air pressure to clear the system of water;
- adding anti-freeze to all traps and
fixtures;
- shutting off water supply to the property;
- disconnecting
the water meter, removing it from the cradle and leaving it on the premises;
- disconnecting
the feed pipe leading to the main water valve and plugging or capping it; and
- placing tags,
labels, warning signs, and dates on all items winterized, including Safeguard's address and telephone number on all tags and
labels.
Winterization Re-Check
Map REO can inspect a winterization previously
performed at a property to attempt to determine if it is still effective. Upon instruction, if Safeguard finds that the winterization
is not in effect, we will winterize the property.
Lawn Maintenance
Map REO can maintain
the property grounds by mowing, weeding, and trimming grass, shrubbery, trees, and flower beds, and performing other lawn
maintenance. All lawn maintenance is performed in accordance with Client instructions and/or applicable Investor/Insurer guidelines.
When performing lawn maintenance, Map REO will verify the property is secured.
Snow Removal
Map REO can remove snow
to the extent required by Client instructions and/or Investor/Insurer guidelines.
Convey Maintenance
For FHA properties, upon request, Map REO can
prepare a property for conveyance pursuant to the then-current HUD Mortgagee Letter specifying the preservation and protection
responsibilities of the servicer.
