AppState R.I.S.E. Publishes White Paper on NC Flood Risk
The AppState R.I.S.E. program in Boone, NC, created an in-depth industry white paper on North Carolina Flood Risk entitled "Water is Coming: Planning for the Future of North Carolina Flood Risk." It was published [...]
In Home Day Cares: Little Children, Big Risks
There were 816,343 day cares operating in the US in 2017. They included both large child day care centers, which may include instruction or preschool learning, as well as businesses caring for two or [...]
BREAKING NEWS: New NC Commercial Auto Loss Recoupment To Remain Through Sept 2020
The NC Reinsurance Facility (NCRF) reduced the surcharge for all new and renewal commercial auto and garage dealer policies last year. According to a circular letter released by the NCRF, the recoupment that was [...]
2019 IIAV Annual Convention Highlights
JSA broadcast the IIAV 2019 Annual Convention on June 24th and 25th, 2019 from the Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront in beautiful Virginia Beach, Virginia. Please enjoy these video highlights of the sessions and interviews. [...]
Father’s Day GIF Guy’d (Guide) of Advice
This Father’s Day, we honor our dad’s,..those guys that inspire us, take care of us, and impart their wisdom upon us. As our gift to fatherhood, we created an 11-Point Gif Guy-d (Guide) of a [...]
Summer Festivals & Special Events
Don't Sweat Summertime Special Events Summer is for late nights, hot weather, a vacation state-of-mind, and a variety of Summer events – which combine to mean increased risks at these events. There are many [...]
Laura Edmonds Helms HR for JSA
JSA is excited to announce the addition of Laura Edmonds as Human Resources and Office Manager for the organization’s Leadership Team. Originally from Galax, Virginia, Laura graduated Cum Laude with a degree in Marketing Management [...]
Vacation Bible School
Summer is Vacation Bible School time and churches have special coverage needs that extend far beyond popsicle stick crafts. Many have field trips, overnight trips, group travel, and swimming risks that need to be [...]
Summer Outdoor Rentals
Summer is time for fun in the sun and getting active outdoors. Lakes, rivers, and oceans attract businesses that rent equipment to create fun summertime adventures. Outfit them with the GL coverage that is [...]
Student Housing Risks
*JSA can help with Property, GL, and/or Excess Liability coverage for your hard-to-place student housing risks! Rental Dwellings - Single-Family, Duplexes, Etc. Apartment Complexes Condos/Townhouses Properties with Loss History Older Buildings Undergraduate or Graduate Students For more information [...]
2019 IIAG Annual Convention Highlights
The IIAG 2019 Annual Convention was held June 6th - 9th, 2019 at the Marriott Resort and Spa in Hilton Head, SC. Please enjoy these convention highlights. (We're sorry. Herschel Walker's presentation is not [...]
Rate Decrease For Online NC Commercial Auto Program
As you are likely aware, rates through the NC Reinsurance Facility (NCRF) have been increasing over the past several years. At JSA, we are deeply invested in your success and it was important for us [...]
Peace of Mind for In-Home Health Providers
Healthcare is a lot like insurance; in an ideal world, you'd never use it, but you're glad to have it when you need it. Whether it is in-home eldercare or mobile services that travel, [...]
Don’t Let Pest Control Bug You
In 2018, the US control industry grew to a $14 billion industry that employs over 128,000 people. That is no small accomplishment. As the weather warms and the creepy crawlies wake up and become [...]
2019 IIANC InsurEXPO Video Highlights
InsurEXPO is an annual, compact, 24-hour event from IIANC that offers maximized learning and networking opportunities while minimizing time away from the office. The 2019 event was completely SOLD OUT and featured world-class speakers. [...]
Clean Up with CPL for Contractors of All Types
Help All Types of Contractors Dig Into Contractors Pollution Liability (CPL) Options Artisan and Specialty Contractors have some unique risks they face due to the very hands-on nature of their work. Unintentional pollution at [...]
E&O for Tax Preparers and Accountants
Be Audit You Can Be Professional E&O for Accountants, Tax Preparers, and Bookkeepers Doesn't Have To Be Taxing Tax Day is next Monday, which means accountants, tax preparers, and bookkeepers are at the end [...]
JSA: Technology To Enhance The Customer Experience
At JSA, we are firm believers in utilizing technology to ENHANCE customer service, not replace it. This video showcases a few of the ways in which we achieve just that.
Time To Fill Out Your Bracket
Enter the 2019 JSA NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament Contest You Can Win $750! It's that time of year again, and we're excited to offer our agents this fun opportunity to fill out a winning bracket [...]
JSA Spring CE Tour for NC is Complete
JSA was so excited to offer Free CE courses to NC this Spring. We offered two brand new classes, in new cities, with a master instructor that kept it lively and interesting. We're sorry [...]
Spring Special Events Coverage
Spring is right around the corner and with the warmer weather, fundraisers and festivals hop into high gear. It's time to make sure your customers have the right coverage for these special events, with JSA's help! Make [...]
My 1st Whirlwind Week at JSA – by Joi Neike
There's a saying I've heard around the insurance industry, "Once you're in insurance, you're in it for life." It's true. Many agencies have been around for 50 or even 100 years; spanning 3 or 4 [...]
Rental Property Coverage of AirBNBs and more
Rental Property Coverage of AirBNBs and more When Airbnb (and VRBO and other online rental services) first hit the US, there were few rules and even fewer protections for either renters or property owners. Today, [...]
Valentine’s Day GIF Guide
Valentine's Day GIF Guide for the Risk-Averse Valentine's Day GIF Guide for the Risk-Averse Valentine’s Day is a 19.6 billion dollar boost to the economy each year. For many small businesses, they depend on [...]
Florists, Jewelers, and For-Hire Limos
This time of year, florists, jewelers, and for-hire driving services are in demand. These businesses face risks that are unique, and JSA has access to markets that can help cover them. Here are just [...]