A standard homeowners insurance policy covers damage to your home and property caused by lightning. However, it won’t cover all types of lightning strike-related damage. Understanding how and when your homeowners insurance pays for lightning damage will help ensure that you have sufficient coverage to protect your home from such damages. How Do Homeowners Insurance Read More
Businesses face several risks and challenges from liability losses to workplace accidents, theft, and vandalism. A business insurance policy will cover these losses, keeping your business afloat. However, some business owners in Florida lack essential coverages, thus facing financial losses and interruption after unprecedented damage. Being aware of the common Florida business insurance claims will Read More
Bedbugs can be expensive for homeowners, costing $300 to $5,000 to resolve. It depends on the size of the property and the infestation. Here’s a look at how to deal with bedbugs if you are a renter. Does Renters Insurance Cover Bedbugs? Usually, the answer is no as to whether or not your renters insurance Read More
Getting a citation involving drunk driving can have multiple consequences, including higher insurance rates. It’s possible to carry auto insurance for DUI coverage, but an auto insurance policy most likely will only provide coverage if the policyholder is not a fault. Here’s a closer look at how a DUI can affect auto insurance. Will Auto Read More
When you own a motorcycle and move to Florida, it’s important to learn Florida’s state laws on motorcycle insurance requirements. The first thing you should do is establish your residence. Then update your motorcycle’s registration address or get a new registration. Here are further steps to take to ensure you comply with Florida motorcycle insurance Read More
Almost all businesses now use computers, so it’s important to protect the value of equipment responsible for facilitating business activity. Insurance plans called Electronic Data Processing (EDP) policies are available to businesses that invest in hardware and software. Here’s a look at electronic data protection coverage for your company to mitigate the effects of a Read More
Florida homeowners may feel like they are paying extra for their home insurance. It’s true. It costs more to insure a home in Florida for several reasons. Both Florida and Louisiana are in the same boat. Even though homeowners insurance is much higher in Florida than in other areas of the country, it doesn’t mean Read More
Comprehensive commercial auto insurance is essential if you own or operate a vehicle on behalf of your company. However, a business owner shouldn’t feel burdened by it. Instead, it will offer important safety for the driver, the car, and other people in the event of collisions and other driving dangers. Insuring a fleet of vehicles Read More
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Originally from Miami, Jared Burns moved to Jacksonville, FL in 2001. After attending college, Jared decided to see what a life in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado would have to offer. Living in the ski town of Keystone, Colorado he quickly fell in love with the numerous outdoor activities to do in the mountains. Obtaining his 220 Property and Casualty license in the State of Colorado, Jared will be helping the company branch out to a new state and grow.
With all his family and the state of Florida still in his blood, Jared has also obtained a non-residency license here in Florida to be able to further assist clients independently in both states.
In his free time, Jared enjoys all outdoor activities with playing Golf being high on his list but spending time with his family when back home in Florida is what he truly admires most.
kelsey@lockeinsurancegroup.com
Kelsey is a Northeast Florida native having been raised here upon moving in elementary school. Kelsey is a graduate of Florida State University(Go Noles!) where she earned a degree in Early Childhood and Family Sciences. She then took a sales role with ADP, a leading company in the payroll industry, where she helped hundreds of businesses find the right service. Later she found a passion in the staffing industry where she spent three years matching IT professionals to their dream careers.
Kelsey is now in the most rewarding job she’s ever had, a full-time mom! She now works behind the scenes at Locke Insurance Group with client relations and marketing.
Ryan was born and raised right here in Northeast Florida. After attending Darton State College(now Albany State University) on a soccer scholarship, he made is way back to Florida to start his career. He went to work for the largest captive insurance company in the country and joined their agent program with the goal of opening his own office. During his time there he learned that the corporate insurance world was not what he wanted—Ryan wanted to work for the clients, not the insurance company. In 2015 the Locke Insurance Group was founded with one goal in mind: Providing Grade A Customer Service to Every Client. Being able to write with multiple carriers while having the customer’s best interest in mind is how insurance should be. Ryan considers it an honor to be able to serve the community in which he grew up. For Ryan, the start of a policy is just the beginning or a lifelong relationship.
Ryan has a passion for expanding his knowledge to better assist his clients and is currently working on getting his CIC( Certified Insurance Counselor) designation.
Ryan has been married to his wife Kelsey for five years and together have two beautiful daughters, Lilly and Caroline. When not working, he’s spending time with his family at the pool, playgrounds and just enjoying family time. Ryan is also known to be at the soccer field on Sunday playing in adult leagues.