Derek Pflaum, Austin Realtor / LPT Realty

06/02/2026

🏡 Waiting for the "perfect time" to buy a home might cost more than you think.

I recently came across research from Oxford Economics suggesting housing affordability may not improve for another 7 years.

Even if they're only half right, what does that mean for your plans?

A lot of buyers tell me:

💬 "I'm waiting for rates to come down."

And they might.

But here's the catch...

When rates drop, more buyers jump back into the market. Demand increases, competition heats up, and home prices often rise.

So while your interest rate may be lower, you could end up paying significantly more for the same home.

The question isn't just:

❓ "What will rates do?"

It's also:

❓ "What will home prices do while I'm waiting?"

Every situation is different, but the buyers who win long-term are usually the ones making a plan based on their goals—not trying to perfectly time the market.

📲 Thinking about buying in the next 3-6 months? Let's have a conversation about your options and create a strategy that works for you. Let my 20 years of experience create success for you!

Message me to get started!

05/30/2026

🌆 OPEN HOUSE THIS SUNDAY | 3PM–5PM

Experience one of Austin’s most extraordinary luxury residences at The Loren.

📍 1211 W Riverside Dr , Austin, TX
💎 Now Offered at $4,450,000 (Recently Reduced by $200,000)

This stunning corner residence offers over 2,700 square feet of refined living space with floor-to-ceiling glass showcasing breathtaking, forever-protected views of Lady Bird Lake and the downtown Austin skyline.

✨ Private elevator entry
✨ Concierge & valet services
✨ Rooftop pool
✨ Nido restaurant & room service
✨ Milk + Honey Spa
✨ Steps from Zilker Park and Austin’s hike-and-bike trail

With only 24 private residences in the building, opportunities like this are exceptionally rare.

If you’ve been waiting for the right luxury property in Austin, this is your chance to experience one of the city’s most iconic views in person.

📅 Sunday | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

DM for details or stop by and see why this residence offers a view that simply cannot be replicated.

05/19/2026

🏡 SOUTH AUSTIN OPPORTUNITY | 78748 🔥
10341 Garbacz Rd | Saddlewood Estates

Looking for your next project, value-add opportunity, or a home with upside potential in South Austin? This one deserves a look. 👀

✨ Recent updates already completed:
✅ All new flooring + carpet
✅ Updated kitchen with new cabinetry + quartz countertops
✅ Updated bathroom vanities
✅ Roof replaced just a couple of years ago
✅ Spacious backyard 🌳
✅ Established neighborhood in desirable 78748
✅ Quick access to shopping, dining, parks & major corridors

This home offers a strong foundation for the right buyer who sees the potential and knows how to unlock value. 💡

📌 Property is being sold as-is. Utilities are currently inactive and will remain off prior to closing, so buyers should be prepared to perform their due diligence accordingly.

If you’ve been looking for an opportunity where vision can create equity, this may be it. 🔑

📩 Message me for details or a private showing.

#78748

05/18/2026

Huge thanks to for a seamless experience for my first time buyer! Closed in 21 days…. Speaking of days, I’m late, we closed last week!! Many thanks as well to listing agent Great working with you, I enjoyed it very much.

First time home buyers: Things this buyer did to help their chances and create a smooth transaction
✅ Maintained a healthy credit profile
✅ Provided all needed documentation when requested
✅ Acted proactively
✅ Was patient during a complicated process
✅ Listened to his agent (me) and followed directions

Would you like to learn more?

Message me!

05/03/2026

There are workarounds 🙌🏼

A 33-year-old single mother and cashier in North Carolina earning $45,000 a year bought a $350,000 townhome with no down payment through Habitat for Humanity's homebuyer program. Instead of cash, she contributed 200 hours of sweat equity, including construction work on other homes, homeownership classes, and volunteer shifts at a Habitat ReStore. Habitat then connected her with a local bank for a low-interest mortgage capped at 27% of her monthly income, bringing her payment to $1,100 a month.

05/03/2026

$200,000 PRICE IMPROVEMENT | Downtown Austin Luxury

One of the most exceptional residences at The Loren just became even more compelling.

This 3 bed | 3.5 bath | corner residence offers something almost impossible to replicate in downtown Austin: protected panoramic views of the skyline, Lady Bird Lake, and the surrounding hills.

Step off your private elevator directly into the residence, where floor-to-ceiling glass frames what many consider one of the best views in Austin.

Inside, refined finishes and expansive living spaces blend seamlessly with five-star hotel living.

Residents enjoy:

• Concierge & valet service
• Rooftop pool with skyline views
• Nido, the award-winning rooftop restaurant
• Milk + Honey Spa just downstairs
• Direct access to the Hike & Bike Trail and Zilker Park

Now $200,000 less than before presenting a rare opportunity to own in one of Austin’s most coveted luxury residences.

If you’ve been watching downtown Austin luxury condos, this is the moment to take a closer look.

📩 DM for a private showing or additional details.

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05/02/2026

05/02/2026

With all of this much needed rain, I went looking for a ray of sunshine and found it in Smithville! By way of Sara Hickman at her new shop called Twig !! You’ve got to check this very groovy place out. At 206 Bishop st. Great place to shop for Mothers Day!

Love you, ! 🥰

04/26/2026

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