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John Burkhalter

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For real estate investors navigating a maze of lender requirements, insurance renewals, and portfolio risk, John Burkhalter offers more than just coverage—he delivers clarity, security, and a values-driven partnership. As risk manager and insurance advisor at Higginbotham, John brings over eight years of specialized expertise in creating custom insurance and risk management strategies for commercial and multifamily property owners across Texas.

 

At Higginbotham, one of the nation’s largest independent insurance and financial services firms, John works with investors managing portfolios of multifamily, office, industrial, and retail properties. His core services—insurance placement, lender compliance advisory, and risk management—are tailored to help clients consolidate risk, cut unnecessary costs, and optimize their asset protection strategies. “I’m not just an insurance broker,” John says. “I’m an enterprise advisor. I guide my clients through structuring their portfolios from an insurance standpoint, negotiating with lenders, and ultimately helping them save money and protect their families.”

 

This mission is deeply personal. Grounded in faith, John approaches every client relationship with integrity and service at the forefront. He believes in building trust—not only with his clients, but within his team at Higginbotham. “Our differentiator is that we live and breathe real estate,” he explains. “But we also operate on a level of trust and faith that makes our clients feel supported and secure.”

 

That philosophy has delivered real results. One of John’s greatest accomplishments was saving a Texas-based investor $400,000 annually by restructuring a 1,700-unit multifamily portfolio into a consolidated master insurance program—projecting $3 million in savings over five years. His ability to turn fragmented, piecemeal insurance policies into cohesive, strategic assets has earned him national recognition, including features in National Real Estate Investor and the Real Estate Risk Management Journal.

 

A graduate of the University of Georgia’s renowned Risk Management and Insurance Program, John holds multiple certifications, including Real Estate Certified Insurance Professional, Associate in Commercial Underwriting, Associate in General Insurance, and Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist. He is also an executive member of the Real Estate Council of Austin and serves as president of the Texas Supply Chain Association.

 

John’s commitment to serving others—whether through his clients, his community, or his team—mirrors Higginbotham’s broader mission. Founded in 1948 and headquartered in Fort Worth, Higginbotham operates in 16 states and offers the robust Day Two Services® program, providing continuous support beyond the policy signing.

 

For John Burkhalter, success is about more than policies and premiums—it’s about people, purpose, and peace of mind, delivered through unwavering integrity, long-term relationships, and a heartfelt commitment to his clients' financial well-being.

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John Burkhalter
Risk Manager and Insurance Advisor
Higginbotham
Website: https://www.higginbotham.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-burkhalter