1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 300 600 The RBA has once again hiked the cash rate, now to 4.1%, with two more hikes expected and markets pricing in 4.6% by December 2026. The driving force is the Middle East conflict, which has led to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, the chokepoint for 20% of the world's entire oil supply. Oil has spiked from $70 to $104 a barrel. With zero oil tankers, only two refineries, and real fuel reserves of around 10 to 18 days, Australia is significantly more exposed to this kind of supply disruption than most people realise. Much of what is counted in official reserve figures is fuel still in transit on the ocean, not yet in Australian tanks. In this episode of the Positive Property Show, George Markoski and Christina Markoski break down what this means for Australian households, and more importantly, what it means for property investors who are paying attention. What you'll hear: How the Strait of Hormuz closure triggered a global oil price spike and why that is the real force behind Australia's current rate hikes. Why raising interest rates cannot solve a supply-side inflation problem, and what the $473 monthly mortgage increase actually means for households. Why Australia's real fuel supply is significantly lower than official figures suggest, and what the supply pipeline timeline looks like from conflict to Australian forecourt. George's view on what comes next: historically, major economic crises have ended with rate cuts, stimulus spending, and a surge in property prices, and he explains why this time is likely no different. Why buying an investment property before the recovery, not after, is what separates investors who build long-term wealth from those who miss the window. Why Australia's conservative lending standards and serviceability buffers make the local property market structurally resilient compared to markets that have experienced major crashes. Key Topics: RBA interest rate hike, buying an investment property, property investment courses, Australian property market 2026, oil prices inflation Australia, Strait of Hormuz property impact, interest rates Australia, property investing Australia, time in the market, George Markoski, Positive Property Show About Positive Property Positive Property has been empowering Australians to build financial freedom through strategic property investment for over 20 years. Founded by George Markoski, the community is built on the mission to help 10,000 Australians achieve financial independence through proven, principle-based property investing. Positive Property Show with George Markoski | Money for Life Tips for Property Investors http://positiveproperty.net <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/40583125/height/300/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/88AA3C/" height="300" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/content/200092550