> It is simply not possible to invest in anything that can keep up with the inflation

Why not just invest in diversified real estate rather than betting on a single property and its local market? In expectation, the returns should be similar on average but with lower volatility.

I'd rather rent and put capital in a real estate investment fund. I guess something could be said for buying a property if you're very certain that you'll live there for the rest of your life, but if you would ever like to move, you'd be highly exposed to fluctuations in the value of a single asset, your home.