Real Estate is one of the most volatile goods in the world . Also Malaysia -2.2% in 2009 . World Bank forecast for 2011 +0.5% . Malaysia is still a 3rd wold country . And ti will continue to be so for another 10 - 20 years or more .
Investing in yourself is IMO always the best investment. Self improvement or better health pays the best dividends and is inflation proof.