Industry Insight -Habitational

Industry Insights Habitational

The habitational insurance market is evolving fast. Climate-driven losses, rising construction costs, and tighter underwriting are reshaping risk.

Buckner Named 2025 Sapphire Agency by Auto-Owners Insurance

Sapphire Agency Award

We are excited to share that Buckner has been recognized as a 2025 Sapphire Agency by Auto-Owners Insurance! This award honors the top three agencies for property and casualty new business growth, and we are proud to have finished first in our region.

Meet the Expert: Doug Ball – Construction & Surety Specialist

Doug Ball Meet the Expert

Doug Ball brings nearly 50 years of experience in the insurance industry. He’s dedicated his career to supporting construction companies and real estate developers through complex insurance and surety bond challenges. After graduating from Boise State University, Doug began his career in 1976 with Fireman’s Fund in Salt Lake City as a casualty underwriter. This early underwriting foundation gave him a deep understanding of how risk is evaluated, priced, and managed by carriers.