How to Create a Client Search
Summary
A Client Search in RealScout lets buyers search for homes and save their criteria directly from the Home Buyer Search page. Saved searches generate automatic email alerts when new matching listings become available. This article walks through how to create, save, and manage a search from start to finish.
Who This Is For
Buyers using the RealScout Home Buyer Search page to find and track listings that match their preferences.
When to Use This
Use a Client Search when:
You want to filter listings by location, zip code, school district, or address
You want to receive ongoing email alerts for new listings that match your criteria
You want to save and revisit a specific search without re-entering your filters each time
How It Works
The Home Buyer Search page provides a map-based interface with a search field and a set of filters. You define your criteria, save the search under a name you choose, and set how often you want to receive email alerts for new matches. Your saved searches are stored under the My Searches section of your account for easy access.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Enter Your Search Criteria
Go to the Home Buyer Search page.
In the search field at the top left of the page, enter one of the following:
City name
Zip code
School name or district
Specific address
Use the available filter fields to refine your results further, such as price range, bedrooms, bathrooms, or property type.
Step 2: Save Your Search
Locate the Save Search button in the upper left corner of the map.
Click Save Search.
If you are not logged in:
You will be prompted to log in or create an account.
Enter your name, email address, and password to continue.
If you are already logged in:
A default name for your search will appear automatically.
Edit the name if needed to make it easy to identify later.
Step 3: Set Your Alert Schedule
Choose how often you want to receive email updates for new matching listings:
Daily - receive a summary once per day
ASAP - receive an alert as soon as a matching listing appears
Click Save to confirm.
Step 4: Access Your Saved Search
Your saved search will now appear under the My Searches section of your account.
Return here at any time to view, edit, or manage your searches.
Common Questions and Edge Cases
Can I save more than one search?
Yes. You can create multiple saved searches with different criteria and alert schedules. Each will appear separately under My Searches. [Assumption]
Can I change the alert schedule after saving?
Yes. You can return to My Searches and edit the alert settings for any existing saved search. [Assumption]
What happens if I do not log in before saving?
RealScout will prompt you to log in or create an account before the search is saved. The search will not be saved to a guest session.
Can I search by school district?
Yes. School name or district is a supported input in the search field alongside city, zip code, and address.
Troubleshooting
The Save Search button is not visible.
Confirm you are on the Home Buyer Search page and that the map view is fully loaded.
Try refreshing the page or switching to a supported browser. [Assumption]
I saved a search but am not receiving alerts.
Verify the alert schedule is set to either Daily or ASAP and not turned off.
Check your spam or junk folder for RealScout emails.
Confirm the email address on your account is correct. [Assumption]
My saved search does not appear under My Searches.
Confirm you completed the save step by clicking the Save button after setting your alert schedule.
If you were not logged in during the save attempt, the search may not have been stored. Log in and recreate the search.