"....The fact, to date, is that RP Data, APM and the ABS all...

"....The fact, to date, is that RP Data, APM and the ABS all report that prices increased in 2009...."

We all know why house prices started to dip in later 2008 but perversely rose in 2009 and why they are heading for a crash.

"...So why don't you take a breather son, and come back in 12 months, when the data-as opposed to your personal opinion-is available for 2010..."

This kind of comment is not in keeping with the protocol of the HotCopper forum. This amounts to flaming.

For that reason, I will not be responding to your postings any further no matter how hard you bait.