An experienced management team, along with competitive turnover metrics; A sound training program; Multiple levels of internal controls; A well-managed vendor oversight area; A solid technology environment that was recently enhanced; Satisfactory servicing metrics that generally compare well against similar peers; Proactive default management practices that are inclusive of more automation in several areas; A large number of aged reconciling items (although the dollar amount is not material) that are being resolved, which was also mentioned as a 2017 USAP exception; and Elevated tax penalties. S&P Global Ratings' rankings on LoanCare LLC (LoanCare) as a residential primary (prime) and residential special servicer are ABOVE AVERAGE. On July 18, 2018, we affirmed these rankings (please see "LoanCare LLC Residential Primary and