[OPH]

It is not a like for like comparison even trying to compare Malaysia and Brazil. They are both at different stages in the property market cycle and both offer something completely different.

If you are a pure investor and all as you are looking for is little input and maximum profit, then of course malaysia is your best option for you.

If you are looking for something that will see steady growth over a period of time, generate some rental income (but not enough to cover costs) and of course something you can also use yourself for lifestyle enhancement, the Brazil is a great choice.

Property prices have risen dramatically in Brazil over the least 2 years but as most "agents" have learnt not everything is quite as it seems. It is difficult to do business in brazil, it is difficult to actually build in brazil (especially NE) and its is very difficult should you actually get the apartment that you have paid for, to get any money out of Brazil thus making the exit strategy limited. This will change though over time with more and more foreign investment.

As for malaysia, it is a strong market, good prices, finance options and rental yields that can cover costs (if care is taken in the finance option taken). The ringett is good for foreign buyers at the moment and returns on investment are excellent. this si not a lifestyle enhancement though, unless you are from Singapore or KLCC and wnat a local weekend retreat.

So pluses and minuses for both options...............it really depends what you want!!!

Thanks

OPH