Navigating Market Cycles and Scaling Passive Investment Returns

What would you do if life handed you a second chance?

In this episode of The Best Ever CRE Show—the longest-running daily commercial real estate podcast—David J. Hrizak, CEO of Streamline Capital Group, shares how a near-death experience sparked his return to real estate and a bold vision for creating long-term wealth through hands-on, vertically integrated investing.

Hosted by Joe Cornwell, this conversation goes beyond deal mechanics and gets to the heart of purpose-driven investing while still delivering tactical insights for passive investors.

What you’ll learn in this episode:
• Why David came out of retirement to co-found Streamline and what drives the mission today
• The real reason Streamline targets medical and Class B office assets in Phoenix
• What investors need to know about bonus depreciation and tax-efficient structures
• How Streamline pivoted during market cycles to preserve capital and create upside
• A behind-the-scenes look at their latest high-end, 70,000-square-foot music venue development

Whether you’re a seasoned LP or just starting to explore real estate outside of Wall Street, this episode is packed with wisdom for anyone seeking both return and resonance in their investing strategy.

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