How to Use Buyer Needs Requests on New Home Buddy

If you’ve ever had a buyer with a very specific wish list–or you struggled to find a home that checks all their boxes–this new feature is for you.

We’re excited to introduce Buyer Needs Requests, a brand-new tool inside the New Home Buddy Agent Portal that helps agents connect directly with builders who can meet their buyer’s criteria.

Instead of posting your buyer needs in Facebook groups hoping the right builder rep sees it, you can now send your request straight to the builders of your choice.

Finally, you can get builder responses organized in one clean place!

This guide walks you through:

Let’s jump in.

Why We Built Buyer Needs Requests

If you spend any time in real estate Facebook groups like ShiftTalk, you’ve seen the same posts over and over:

“Buyer looking for a 3/2 under $425K in Comal ISD. Anything coming up?”
“Need inventory in NW San Antonio — here’s the map. Who has something?”
“Client wants a 1-story on a half-acre on a corner lot. Anyone have options?”

Sometimes these posts get great responses — and sometimes they get buried in a feed that moves way too fast.

Example of “buyer needs” posts found on social media

You also know the struggle:

  • You’ve got a buyer with a specific wishlist
  • Filters don’t always give you everything
  • You only want responses from specific builders
  • And sometimes you just want to ask all the right reps at once
  • Without digging through old text threads or group posts

We built Buyer Needs Requests to make this easier.

What Is a Buyer Needs Request?

A Buyer Needs Request is a simple way for agents to tell builders exactly what their buyer is looking for — all inside New Home Buddy.

Instead of posting in a Facebook group, you can now:

  • Write out your buyer’s needs directly in the Agent Portal
  • Choose the market(s)
  • Select the builders you want to send it to
  • Include a map outline if helpful
  • Send it directly to the builder’s division (or directly to the builder reps you’re connected with!)

Builders receive a clean email with your request and can respond right away.

No more lost posts or more missed opportunities. And no more digging through comments hoping the right rep sees it.

How Agents Create a Buyer Needs Request (3 Simple Steps)

Here’s how to send your first request:

1. Go to “Buyer Requests” in your Agent Portal

Login into your account on the Agent Portal. You’ll find this in the left-hand menu.

Click “Create Buyer Needs Request”

Where to find the Buyer Needs Request on the New Home Buddy Agent Portal

2. Add Your Buyer’s Details

On one clean screen, you’ll enter everything the builder needs to know:

Screenshot showing how to make a Buyer Needs Requests on New Home Buddy
Select your Market(s), the builders you want to notify, the message, and a map drawing (optional).

Select your Market(s)

Select one or more markets where your buyer is searching.

Once you pick your markets, New Home Buddy will automatically show the list of builders in those areas.

Choose which builders you want to send the request to

You can choose one builder or many.

You’ll also see:

  • How many Connections you have at each builder
  • Builders you might want to include for more options

The request will go to each builder you select.

You’ll see all the builders in the selected markets, and how many Connections you have at each builder. You can send your request to as many builders as you’d like!

Describe your buyer’s needs

This is the most important part!

Keep your message short and clear. Include things like price, beds/baths, desired areas, school districts, timing, and any must-haves.

Draw on the Map (Optional)

You can use the Draw tool to outline the area your buyer wants.

This is for visual reference only — builders won’t be restricted by the shape, but it helps them see your target area at a glance.

3. Click Send

Your request will go out to each selected builder’s default division contact.

However, if you’re connected with a builder rep, that rep (or reps) will receive it instead.

That’s it. Your request is live!

How Builders Receive and Respond

Builders Receive Email

Every builder you selected will get an email with:

  • Your contact info
  • The message you sent
  • A button to “Respond”
Screenshot of email builder reps receive on New Home Buddy for Buyer Needs Requests
Builders receive email with your Buyer Needs Request details

Handpick Specific Homes and Send a Response Directly in New Home Buddy

  • Respond through their Builder Portal (or forward the request to a colleague they think can help)
  • Build a filtered list of matching homes
  • Or handpick specific addresses
  • Add a custom message
  • Update their response anytime while the request is open
New Home Buddy Builder Portal screenshot showing how builders respond to Agent Buyer Needs Request

In their Builder Portal, they’ll also see:

  • A full history of every request they’ve received
  • Filters to show only agent requests
  • A clean view of their sent responses

Builders stay organized. Agents get clean, actionable replies. Everybody wins.

Where Agents See Builder Responses

Inside your Agent Portal, you’ll see a Gmail-style inbox of all your Buyer Needs Requests. Click on the request to see the Builder Responses:

New Home Buddy Agent Portal view Builder Responses to Buyer Needs Requests
View your Builder Responses in one place
New Home Buddy Agent Portal view Builder Response homes to Buyer Needs Requests
Click “View Homes” to see the list of curated homes and notify the Builder if there’s a good fit

For each request, you can:

  • See which builders responded
  • Open and read each response
  • See unread badges
  • Compare home lists side-by-side
  • Notify the Builder if there’s a home that’s a good fit or if you want to learn more
  • Close the request once you’ve found the right match

Note: When you close a request, no new responses can be submitted.

Tips for Getting Great Responses

Here’s how to get high-quality replies from builders:

Be specific

The more details you share, the easier it is for reps to match inventory.

Include timing

Let builders know whether your buyer is ready now, “just starting,” or needs a home by a certain date.

Use the map tool

A simple circle or outline makes your search easier to understand instantly.

Send to multiple builders

Even if a builder replies with “nothing today,” they often include upcoming homes or plans that aren’t in MLS yet.

Final Thoughts

Buyer Needs Requests were built to solve a real problem agents and builders face every day:

Buyer needs are everywhere… but organized responses are nowhere.

Now, agents can send their buyer needs directly to builders. Builders can respond quickly with matching homes. And everything lives in one clean, organized place.

This is another big step forward in our mission:

Changing the way new construction homes are sold.

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Find New Construction Homes on Half-Acre and One-Acre Lots in Texas

If you’ve been dreaming of more space–a bigger backyard, room for a pool, or just a little extra privacy–we’ve got good news. New Home Buddy now includes brand-new filters for Half-Acre Lots and One-Acre Lots across Texas!

These new options make it easier than ever to find new construction homes that offer space to spread out, without giving up modern design or convenience.

And the timing couldn’t be better: “new homes on 1-acre lots near me” is one of the most-searched terms in the industry.

Whether you’re shopping for yourself or helping a client find that perfect property, these new filters give you an instant way to discover homes that match the dream of open space and modern living.

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Why Acre Lots Matter

Over the last few years, homebuyers across Texas have started asking for one thing above all else: more room.

From San Antonio to Austin, DFW, and Houston, large-lot homes have become some of the most in-demand listings. This is especially true for families, pet owners, and anyone who wants a little peace and quiet without leaving the city entirely.

Half-acre and one-acre homes strike that perfect balance.

You’ll find:

  • Larger backyards for entertaining or future additions
  • Space between neighbors
  • Easier parking and outdoor storage
  • Room for gardens, workshops, or even small guest homes
  • A calmer, more private lifestyle — without sacrificing access to top schools or highways

These filters make it easy to find all those options in one place. As a result, you no longer have to guess or reach out to reps every time your client wants a large lot home.

What’s New

You’ll now see two new filters available on New Home Buddy filters under “Community Amenities“:

  • Half-Acre Lots – currently featuring about 400 homes and plans across our Texas markets
  • One-Acre Lots – with approximately 385 homes and plans live today

Both options can be found right inside the filter bar on the Homes page, or by exploring one of our ready-made searches below.

Explore Large Lot Homes in Your Area

We’ve made it simple to browse new construction homes that give you more breathing room–all in one click.

Explore Half Acre Lots

Discover new construction homes on half-acre lots across San Antonio, Austin, DFW, and Houston.

Explore One Acre Lots

Browse spacious one-acre homes in top Texas communities–updated daily and ready to tour.

Each listing includes builder information, community details, and your contact options, all branded directly to your agent or builder rep when shared from New Home Buddy.

For Real Estate Agents

If you’re an agent using New Home Buddy, these new filters are a great way to stand out.

You can use Lead Gen Searches to create public links filtered by “Half-Acre Lots” or “One-Acre Lots” — perfect for promoting on social media or in buyer newsletters.

When someone views or inquires about a home, they’re automatically added to your client list with full lead tracking built in.

It’s an easy way to turn curiosity into conversations. Plus, it gives your clients exactly what they’re searching for.

A Better Way to Search

At New Home Buddy, we’re continuing to build smarter ways for agents, builder reps, and buyers to connect — all centered around accurate, real-time data.

With hundreds of homes already available on half-acre and one-acre lots, these new filters are your shortcut to the most sought-after properties in Texas.

Find Acre Lot Homes today and see why more buyers are finding their next home on New Home Buddy.

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Events Are Now Live on New Home Buddy!

A Brand-New Way to Promote Builder and Industry Events

We’re excited to announce that Events are now live on New Home Buddy!

This brand-new feature brings builder, realtor, and industry events front and center — helping agents, builder reps, and homebuyers connect beyond listings.

Now, whether you’re hosting a community grand opening, open house, networking mixer, or CE class, you can feature your event directly inside New Home Buddy — and we’ll help you get the word out.

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What Are New Home Buddy Events?

Events are your go-to place to promote or discover what’s happening across your market’s new home community.

We’ve created a simple, powerful system that lets builders and event hosts share what’s coming up — all in one place.

You’ll find listings for:

  • 🏡 Community Grand Openings
  • 🎓 CE Classes & Trainings
  • 🎉 Builder Parties & Networking Mixers
  • 🍽 Realtor Luncheons
  • 🏘 Open Houses
  • 💼 National Sales Events
  • 🤝 New Home Buddy–Sponsored Events

Each event includes key details (date, time, location, and flyer), so it’s easy to see what’s happening near you at a glance.

Where to Find Events

Agent Portal and Builder Portal

You can now view upcoming events right inside New Home Buddy – in both the Agent portal and Builder portal.

Events are organized by market, so you’ll only see what’s relevant to your area.


If you work across multiple markets or divisions, we’ve made it easy: you’ll see all your events combined on one calendar for a complete view of what’s happening.

Events tab in Agent Portal and Builder Portal New Home Buddy
View and RSVP for events directly in New Home Buddy!

New Home Buddy Website

Events are also live on the Events page of our public website.

Each market has its own page where anyone can view upcoming happenings–from grand openings to industry trainings–without needing to log in:

Event flyers on New Home Buddy website
Event flyers on New Home Buddy’s San Antonio Events page

Why Builders Love It

Listing your event on New Home Buddy means instant visibility across our network.

When you share your event, we’ll promote it:

  • 📅 Inside both the Agent and Builder Portals
  • 🌐 On our dedicated market event pages
  • 📣 Across our social media channels (estimated reach: 2,250)
  • 💌 In our weekly and monthly email campaigns (over 6,000 readers)

That means your event gets seen by active agents, connected builder reps, and local professionals who are already engaged with new home construction–not just casual browsers.

How to List Your Event

Listing your event is simple, fast, and free (for now!). Here’s how:

  1. Go to the Events Page
  2. Click the “Get Listed” button at the top of the page.
  3. Fill out the short submission form. You can include:
    • Event name and description
    • Date and time
    • Location
    • Flyer or promotional image
    • Any additional details you want us to include
  4. Our team will review your submission, then promote it across all NHB channels: portal, website, social, and email.

💬 Have a flyer ready? You can also email it to our marketing team and we’ll handle the upload for you.

Limited-Time Offer: Promote for Free Through 2025

To celebrate the launch of Events, we’re promoting all approved builder and industry events for FREE through December 31, 2025.

That means you’ll receive full promotion – across our portals, social media, and email campaigns – at no cost.

After this introductory period, premium placement and additional exposure options will be available, but for now, every builder and partner can get in front of thousands of local real estate professionals completely free.

Why This Matters

New Home Buddy’s mission has always been simple:
To change the way new construction homes are sold.

The Events feature expands that mission — creating more opportunities for connection, education, and community among builders, agents, and industry pros.

So whether you’re:

  • A builder launching a new community,
  • An agent looking for CE credits or local networking, or
  • A partner wanting to connect with San Antonio’s (and beyond!) new home industry…

This is your chance to get involved and stay in the loop.

Get Your Event Listed Today

Don’t wait, get your event in front of thousands of active real estate professionals already using New Home Buddy every week.

👉 Visit your market’s Events page and click Get Listed to submit your event today.

Let’s make your next event the talk of the market – together.

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The Agent’s Guide to Builder Connections on New Home Buddy

If you’ve ever felt stuck trying to get the right builder rep on the phone, frustrated by generic contact forms, or worried your buyer’s interest might disappear before you get a reply—this is the feature you’ve been waiting for.

New Home Buddy is proud to introduce Builder Connections: a first-of-its-kind feature that makes it easier than ever for agents and builder sales reps to collaborate, close faster, and stay in sync.

Not only does this feature a time-saver, it’s also a strategic tool that puts you in control of the builder relationship, without losing the buyer.

Why This Changes Everything 🚀

In most markets, the relationship between agents and builder reps is clunky, informal, and unpredictable. You rely on text threads, Facebook groups, or just hoping you know the right person at the right time.

Builder Connections changes all of that.

  • You choose the builder rep you trust
  • They get notified instantly when you engage with their homes
  • You maintain full control of your buyer relationship
  • The follow-up process becomes faster, cleaner, and fully documented

This feature helps fulfill our promise of “Changing the way new construction homes are sold.” It protects lead integrity, bridges industry gaps, and gives agents and builder reps the streamlined collaboration channel the market has been missing.

⚡ Only agents can initiate a connection. Builder reps cannot add you to their network directly—but they can share their personal links and encourage you to connect. This ensures you stay in full control of your professional relationships.

Here’s how it works:

  1. How to Connect with a Builder Rep
  2. What Happens When You Connect
  3. Quickly View That Rep’s Homes
  4. The “Quick-Notify” Button (Gamechanger)

How to Connect with a Builder Rep

You can connect with any builder rep on New Home Buddy in two easy ways:

Option A: From your Agent Portal

  1. Click Builder Connections in the left-hand menu.
  2. Search by name and click Connect
  3. You’ll both receive an email notification once the connection is made!
screenshot of Builder Connections search on New Home Buddy
Click “Connect with a Builder Rep” then search for their name. You’ll see the number of connections they have next to their name.

Option B: From a Builder Rep’s Personal Link

If a rep you want to work with sends you their personal link, just click the Connect button at the top near their contact info:

New Home Buddy Builder Rep's Personal link with arrow pointing at the Connect button

If you’re not logged in, you’ll be prompted to create or sign in to your Agent account. Once signed in, they’ll be added as a connection in your portal:

Create an Agent Account on New Home Buddy via Builder Connection feature
Agents without an account are prompted to create a New Home Buddy account and will automatically connect with the Builder Rep when they login.
Connect with a Builder Rep connection feature on New Home Buddy
Agents with existing New Home Buddy accounts will be taken to their Agent portal with an Connect prompt.

💡 Why it matters: You no longer have to guess who’s assigned to a listing or wait to track someone down. You choose your contact.

What Happens When You Connect

Once you’re connected, that builder rep becomes your go-to contact for all of that builder’s homes on New Home Buddy.

That means:

  • Their name and info appears inside your Agent Portal (not your buyer’s view)
  • They receive lead notifications when your or your clients submit contact forms on any home in their divisions
  • You can collaborate directly—no OSC middleman unless you want one

You’ll see their name and contact card on every home from their builder on the divisions where they work—but only you see that. Your buyer still sees only your info when they browse your links.

Before and After image of the Builder Connection feature on New Home Buddy

💡 Why it matters: You get personal service, fast responses, and full visibility on the builder side—without losing your buyer’s trust.

Quickly View That Rep’s Homes

Want to skip filters and just view all homes from a rep you’re connected with?

Just go to Builder Connections and click View Homes on their contact card. This pulls up an Agent Search built specifically for you—showing all their inventory and plans in real time.

It’s a fast way to check what they have available without creating a new saved search or applying filters:

screenshot showing you can view homes of the Builder Rep you're connected with on New Home Buddy
When you connect with a Builder Rep, they will be added as a “New Lead” in your Clients page. You can click View Homes on the Builder Connections page to quickly see all of their available homes.

💡 Why it matters: No more filtering, no more searching. You get their latest listings, fast.

The “Quick Notify” Button (Your New Favorite Tool)

Sometimes you don’t have time to fill out a tour request or form—you just need to get a builder rep’s attention.

That’s exactly what the Notify [Builder Rep Name] button does.

When viewing any home or plan:

Here’s how it works:

  • Click Notify [Builder Rep Name]
  • An email goes directly to the rep(s) you’re connected with at that builder
  • It includes: the specific home or plan, your contact info, and a prompt to reach out

🔔 Use this when you:

  • You have a buyer interested in one or multiple homes
  • You want to schedule a showing but need to coordinate timing
  • You have questions and need answers fast
  • Need quick info on pricing, incentives, or timelines
  • Just want your builder rep to reach out ASAP!
Quick Notify your preferred Builder Rep on New Home Buddy

💡 Why it matters: No more phone tag, no more friction. The rep gets what they need to follow up quickly, and your client stays protected.

You Stay In Control

Builder Connections is built to strengthen collaboration, not replace it.

You stay in the driver’s seat:

  • Your contact info is always what your client sees
  • Your buyer’s information is never shared with the builder
  • You decide who you connect with and when

This is your shortcut to better builder relationships—without the friction, delays, or lead loss that usually come with them.

Ready to Connect?

Start building your builder rep network today:
Log in to your Agent Portal →

New Home Buddy is here to make new construction easier, faster, and smarter.

This feature is just the beginning.

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How to Create a Client and Client Search on New Home Buddy [Ultimate Guide]

Helping a client find their perfect new construction home just got easier—and smarter. If you’re using New Home Buddy, creating a Client Search allows you to send a curated home list to buyers based on their exact needs. Plus, you’ll get notified every time they engage with it.

Here’s how to do it step-by-step, with bonus tips to stay organized and follow up like a pro.

For Agents:

For Builder Reps:

Client Searches are perfect when you already have a specific buyer in mind.

Benefits include:

  • Use advanced filters to match your client’s exact wishlist
  • Your client gets a private link, with you as the sole point of contact
  • Real-time email alerts show which homes they view, favorite, and engage with
  • Saves time compared to scrolling Zillow or MLS listings with outdated info

If you want to show clients you’re dialed in—this is the way to do it.

Step-by-Step: How to Create a Client & Search

1. Head to the Clients Tab

In your Agent Portal, click on the “Clients” tab in the left-hand menu.

Screenshot of Clients list on New Home Buddy
Go to the Clients page and click “+ New Client”

2. Click “+ New Client”

This opens a form where you can enter:

  • First Name (required)
  • Last Name (required)
  • Email Address (optional, but highly recommended!)
  • Phone Number (optional)
  • Notes (optional but helpful for remembering preferences)
Screenshot of creating a Client in New Home Buddy
Fill out your Client’s info

✍️ Pro Tip: Use the Notes field to jot down their wishlist—e.g., “Prefers one-story, wants to be in Comal ISD, under $475K.”

3. Click Save

Once you hit Save, your client will appear on your Clients list.

4. A Client Search is Automatically Created Just for Them

Once you create a client, New Home Buddy automatically creates a Client Search for them! You can click the search name and select “View/Edit” the search to edit their search criteria, location, or the search name.

Or, you can create an entirely new search for them. Click on their name, then click the “New Search” button.

Screenshot showing how to create a search from client details page on New Home Buddy
Click on the Client’s Name, the click “New Search”

This opens a Create Search page for your client, with filters available in the top bar. Use as many filters as you want: price, community, move-in date, features, school district, and more:

Screenshot of New Home Buddy Agent portal Home filters
Apply as many filters as you want to match your clients’ needs

Once you’ve narrowed it down, click “Save Search.” The client’s name will be auto-filled, since you started from their profile.

Pro Tip – you can also create a Client Search from the Homes screen and create a new Client from there:

Screenshot showing how to create a saved search
You can also create a Client and Client Search from the “Homes” page, or select an existing Client

✅ Boom. You just created a curated search that’s branded to you and tailored to your client’s needs.

Send the Search to Your Client

Once saved, copy the link and share it via:

  • Text
  • Email
  • Messenger

When your client clicks the link, they’ll see all the homes you’ve picked:

Screenshot of a Client Search on New Home Buddy
When a Client clicks on your Client Search Link

And the best part? They’ll see your photo, name, and contact info on every listing:

screenshot of home details from a Client search
Clients only see your contact info when they click on a home

Once they open the search, your client can:

  • Favorite homes by clicking the ❤️ icon
  • Request more info (if it’s a plan)
  • Schedule a tour (if it’s inventory)
  • Apply more filters to explore further

🧲 Every action they take is tracked—and you’ll be notified in real-time.

Get Real-Time Email Alerts

What’s so special about Client Searches? The magic is, you’ll receive an email anytime your client:

  • Views a home (includes how many times they’ve looked!)
  • Favorites a listing
  • Requests more info or books a tour

The email will include a link to their Client Profile so you can follow up instantly.

View Activity in Your Portal

You can also log into your Agent Portal, search or click their name, and see the homes they’ve favorited, recent activity log, saved searches, and notes:

Screenshot of client details page on New Home Buddy with favorited home
Client details page on New Home Buddy – see their favorited homes, recent activity, saved searches, and contact info.

BONUS: Organize Your Clients with Folders

If your client list is growing, folders are a game-changer.

Here’s how:

1. From the Clients tab, create a Folder like:

  • “Church Contacts”
  • “Relocating from California”
  • “Close By July 2025”

We’ll stick with the Forest Gump movie theme for our example:

Screenshot showing how to create a folder in New Home Buddy
Create a New Folder on the Clients page to organize your Clients

2. Drag and drop clients into folders to stay organized

On Desktop only, click and hold a Client’s name (or tap and hold on mobile) and drag them to the desired folder:

Screenshot showing how to drag a client to a folder in New Home Buddy
Click and hold or tap and hold the name of a Client and drag them to a Folder

3. You can move clients back to the main “My Clients” area anytime

screenshot showing how to drag clients back to My Clients in New Home Buddy
You can also move a Client from a Folder back to the My Clients area from a Folder by dragging them to “My Clients”

⚠️ Our system does support subfolders. However, we recommend sticking to one level to keep it simple. Note that dragging is disabled on mobile for ease of use.

🔥 Pro Tips for Success

  • Send the search the same day you meet the client to stay top of mind
  • Add a follow-up reminder to your calendar when they favorite a home
  • Use the notes field to keep track of their evolving preferences
  • Don’t just “set it and forget it”—check in after key engagement moments

✅ Recap: Why Client Searches Are Your Secret Weapon

Client Searches are more than just a link—they’re your digital handshake with serious buyers.

By sending a personalized home list, you’re showing clients that you understand their needs and are ready to help them take the next step.

Plus, with built-in activity tracking and instant alerts, you’ll never miss the perfect moment to follow up. It’s a smarter, more proactive way to stay engaged and move deals forward with confidence.

Here’s your Client search recap at a glance:

FeatureBenefit
Curated HomesSave your client time & show you listened
Branded to YouAll contact flows back to you
Real-Time AlertsFollow up when interest is hot
Track FavoritesKnow what to focus on for showings
Easy SetupTakes less than 5 minutes

Next Steps: Log In and Try It Today

Head to your Agent Portal and create your first Client + Search combo today. It’s fast, it’s easy, and it’s free to use.

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How to Share an Individual Home on New Home Buddy (And Why it’s a Game Changer)

When agents post a hot new home on Instagram or send a listing to a buyer, they usually just paste an address with a short caption and hope for the best.

But now, there’s a better way.

With New Home Buddy, you can share a branded, lead-generating link to a specific home—one that drives traffic to you, not a builder website or the MLS.

This quick guide shows you exactly how to do it—and why it’s a game changer.

Why Share a Home via New Home Buddy?

You already share homes. You post them on Instagram, text them to buyers, maybe even mention them at open houses.

But if you’re just dropping an address or screenshot, you’re sending your buyer into a black hole—no branding, no tracking, and worst of all… no lead.

That’s where New Home Buddy comes in.

With a single link, you can share a home that’s:

  • Branded to You: Your name and contact info are the only ones listed.
  • Full Home & Community Info: Photos, floor plan, features, map, price, builder notes—everything a buyer wants to know.
  • Real-Time Lead Capture: If someone favorites a home or spends 90 seconds browsing, they’re prompted to register—and that lead goes directly to you.

And it all happens automatically.

Every time someone clicks your link, your contact info is front and center.

When they spend time browsing or favorite a home, they’re prompted to register—and you get a real-time notification, plus a new client in your dashboard.

It’s not just about looking more professional. It’s about owning the relationship from first click to contract.

Screenshot of New Home Buddy Personal Link on Home Details
When someone clicks on your individual home link, you’re the only point of contact that they’ll see.

This is what sets top agents apart: they go beyond just showing homes by creating seamless, branded experiences.

As a result, your new home buddy individual home link can build more trust and close more deals.

Step 1: Find the Home You Want to Share

  • Log in to your Agent or Builder Portal.
  • Use the search bar to locate the home. Don’t know the address? You can also filter by price, builder, community, status, and more.
New Home Buddy screenshot showing how to search for an address using the search bar
Use the search bar to search for an individual home address.

Step 2: Open the Home Details Page

  • Click on the individual home. This opens a full page with all the details.

Step 3: Click the “Share” button

  • You’ll find the share button right next to the plan name or address.
  • When you click it, the link will be copied and ready to paste anywhere.
  • When a user clicks on your link, they’ll see your contact info only on the home!
New Home Buddy screenshot showing how to click an individual home link on a home details page
Click the Share button to copy the link to an inventory home or plan.

Now that you’ve copied the home link, all that’s left is to share it!

Here’s four smart use cases for sharing an individual home link from New Home Buddy:

📱 Social Media Promotion

Perfect for Tiktok, Instagram Reels, Facebook posts, or Stories.

Why? Instead of sending traffic to Zillow or MLS, you send them to you. The link auto-updates and captures leads in real time.

📝 Example Caption:

“This gorgeous 4-bed home under $450K just hit the market in Alamo Ranch! Full tour + pricing here → [NHB Link]”

💬 One-on-One Client Sharing

Send a specific home to a client or prospect who mentioned something similar.

Why? It looks more thoughtful, shows you’re listening, and gives them everything they need to take action.

📩 Example Text:

“Saw this home and thought of you—it’s a 1-story with a study and under $400K. Full details here → [NHB Link]”

🤝 Agent-to-Agent or Agent-to-Builder Collaboration

Need to ask a builder rep a question? Or show a listing to another agent whose client might be interested?

Why? These links replace screenshots and back-and-forth texts. They’re clean, professional, and include every detail.

📬 Example Message:

“Hi Amanda—any updates on this home’s availability or close date? Here’s the full link: [NHB Link]”

🧲 Lead Nurturing or Drip Campaigns

Reignite interest with older leads or open house attendees by sending them a compelling home that just popped up.

Why? Even if they don’t reply, if they click and browse, they become a lead in your portal.

💡 Tip: Send one high-match home every week to your cold list.

📝 Example Email:

“Hey! Thought of you when I saw this new listing—4 beds, game room, move-in ready by June, and in your price range. Take a look here → [NHB Link]”

Turn Every Click into a Real Lead

Here’s what makes this New Home Buddy feature so powerful:

  • If someone clicks your link and favorites the home, they’ll be prompted to sign up.
  • After 90 seconds of browsing, a gentle pop-up asks them to register.
  • If they click “Request More Information” or “Schedule a Tour”, this also prompts them to submit some basic contact info.
  • The moment they do any of these actions you get an email, and they’re added as a new lead in your dashboard!

This means you’re not just sharing a home listing—you’re generating leads.

New Lead created New Home Buddy
Example email an Agent or Builder Rep receives when they get a new lead.

🔥 Pro Tips for Max Results

  • Use a Clear Call to Action
    • Always include a CTA like “Tap for full details” or “Click ❤️ to favorite” when sharing your home link. Simple CTAs = more clicks and better lead capture.
  • Mention the Home’s Strengths in Your Caption
    • Highlight features like “under $450K,” “move-in ready by June,” or “walking distance to schools” to increase engagement and clicks.
  • Send It Instead of the MLS
    • If you’re tempted to grab a listing from the MLS or a builder site, stop. Use your NHB home link instead. You get the same info—plus branding, plus lead tracking.
  • Use a QR Code for Print Materials
    • Got a special open house? Turn your individual home link into a QR code for flyers, postcards, or open house handouts. It’s mobile-friendly and instantly actionable.

Final Thoughts

If you’re already posting homes on social media or sending listings to buyers, you’re halfway there. But if you’re still dropping just an address or a screenshot, you’re leaving opportunity—and leads—on the table.

New Home Buddy links aren’t just prettier. They’re powerful. Each one you share turns casual browsers into real, trackable leads.

Every home is fully loaded with photos, features, and builder info—and most importantly, it’s your name and contact info that stays front and center. You remain the single point of contact from first click to closing.

Think about the experience you’re giving your clients. Instead of a cluttered MLS page or a confusing builder website, you’re sending them a polished, branded experience that shows you’re the expert. Ultimately, buyers will see you as their guide through the world of new construction.

In a crowded market, tools like this set you apart. With just one click, you can build trust, show value, and capture the interest of serious buyers. And you can do it all in less time, with better results.

So the next time you’re about to copy and paste a home address into a message or social post, pause. Grab your New Home Buddy link instead.

Because when you share smarter, you sell faster—and you build a business that scales.

Ready to share smarter?

Sign up on the Agent Portal or Builder Portal and grab your next home link today:

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How to Use Lead Gen Searches on New Home Buddy (And Turn Browsers into Leads)

If you’re looking for an easy way to generate leads – without needing a specific client in mind – then Lead Gen Searches are the tool you need.

Whether you’re a real estate agent or builder sales rep, Lead Gen Searches let you share a filtered list of homes that updates in real time. And the best part? Every lead that comes in is automatically added to your client list.

These links are public, branded to you, and designed to turn curiosity into conversations.

What are Lead Gen Searches?

A Lead Gen Search is a shareable, public link to a custom set of homes on New Home Buddy. They’re filtered by whatever criteria you choose (price, builder, school district, etc.).

And here’s the big thing:

🧲 Lead Gen Searches are built for lead generation.
They’re not for your existing clients — they’re for attracting new ones.

When someone clicks your Lead Gen Search link, they can browse freely with your contact info on every home. If they favorite a home or submit an inquiry, they’ll be prompted to register — and that’s when the magic happens:

Screenshot showing Open Search with Tax Rate less than 2.2%
What a client sees when they click on a Builder Sales Rep Lead Gen Search link – Example: “Tax Rate Less than 2.2%”

You Get the Lead Automatically

  • They become a new Client in your portal
  • You’ll get an email notification instantly
  • If they submit a home inquiry, you’ll receive all their contact info + the home they’re interested in

No back-and-forth. No guessing. Just warm leads tied to what they’re actually looking for.

✅ What Lead Gen Searches Do

  • Display only homes and plans that match your filters
  • Include your contact info on every listing
  • Update in real time — always current
  • Work anywhere (text, email, social media, QR codes)
  • Convert casual browsers into actual leads in your portal

❌ What They Don’t Do

  • Don’t show commission % or bonuses (unless the viewer identifies as a real estate agent)
  • Don’t require a login to browse — but users are prompted to register after browsing or favoriting a home
  • Not for specific clients (use a Client Search instead — we’ll cover that in a future post!)

If you’re trying to attract new clients, this is your go-to tool.

Here are five smart use cases and real link examples to get you started:

1. 🎯 Promote Incentives with a Purpose

Highlight builder bonuses, price drops, or seller-paid closing costs.

📍Where to use it:

  • Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok posts
  • Email newsletters
  • Buyer text campaigns

💬 Example caption:

“These builder incentives just dropped — $10K closing cost help available. View all homes offering this deal now → $10K+ Builder Paid Closing Costs”

2. 🏘️ Launch a New Community

Build excitement by showing just one community’s inventory.

💬 Example caption:

“🎉 Grand Opening in Santa Rita Ranch! See every new home available → Santa Rita Ranch”

3. 🎓 Promote Specific Schools

Use school filters to target families looking for homes in:

  • A specific district (e.g., Comal ISD, Georgetown ISD)
  • A single school (e.g., Ralph Langley Elementary School, Georgetown High School)

💬 Example caption:

✏️ Love Kinder Ranch Elementary?
These beautiful new homes are all zoned to Kinder Ranch and offer flexible layouts for growing families — some even with studies and game rooms.
🎒 See what’s available now → Kinder Ranch Elementary School Homes

4. 👥 Reach Niche Buyers

Lead Gen Searches are a powerful way to connect with specific types of buyers by showcasing homes that match their unique needs or lifestyle.

Specifically, you can use targeted filters to create personalized home collections and share them with a clear call to action.

Here’s just a few filter ideas you can use to build niche campaigns:

  • 🏠 First-time buyers → Homes under $350K, low tax rate, or builder-paid closing costs
  • 🇺🇸 Military families → Filter by USDA + proximity to military bases
  • 👵 Downsizing empty nesters → One-story homes, low HOA communities, flex room instead of media
  • 🧳 Relocating buyers → Homes available by a specific move-in date (e.g. “Available by July”)
  • 🛝 Families with kids → Filter by school district or specific schools
  • 🌳 Lifestyle-focused buyers → Community amenities like pools, parks, walking trails, or gated access
  • 🍽️ Energy-savvy or appliance-specific buyers → Gas vs. electric cooking, heating fuel preference
  • 🧩 Buyers with specific room needs → Homes with a game room, study, media room, or outdoor living space
  • 🚘 Car collectors or workshop fans → Homes with 3+ garage bays
  • 📉 Budget-conscious shoppers → Homes with interest rates or tax rates under a certain percentage

💬 Example post:

“Looking for a move-in ready home in a neighborhood with a pool and trails?
These new builds have all that and more — plus they’re USDA eligible! Browse them here → USDA Qualified Inventory + Pool + Walking Trail”

5. 💰 Target Smart-Savers

Inflation? High taxes? Help buyers find better deals.

💬 Example post:

“These homes have tax rates under 2.2% — check them out before rates go up! → Tax Rate Less Than 2.2%”

How to Create, Edit & Share Your Lead Gen Searches

Creating and sharing a Lead Gen Search is easy! You just need to:

  1. Go to “Lead Gen” in the side menu
  2. Click “New Search”
  3. Apply filters: price, builder, community, features, etc.
  4. Name your search and save it
  5. Share the link anywhere — it’s live and always updates automatically

Note: You can also create a Saved Search from the Homes page and save it as a Lead Gen Search.

Screenshot showing how to create a Lead Gen Search on New Home Buddy
Click on Lead Gen > New Search to Create a new Lead Gen Search

Want to change the filters or rename your Lead Gen Search? You can:

  • Edit the search any time (filters, name, folder)
  • Organize searches in folders
  • Use the Share button to:
    • Copy link
    • Edit
    • Share via text/email/social

✅ The URL never changes — so if you update the search, your link still works.

How to edit Lead Gen search on New Home Buddy
Click the “…” to Edit Your Search
Updating your Open Search on New Home Buddy
Adjust your filters, click Update/Rename Search, and change the name if you want!

Sharing a Lead Gen Search

Once you’ve created your Lead Gen search, all that’s left is to share it on social media or anywhere else you’d like!

For example, here’s how you can seamlessly post a Lead Gen search on your next Facebook post:

New Home Buddy Lead Gen search on Facebook
You can view this live example of Tim Cuyler’s Lead Gen Search here! Note: Tim is a Builder Sales Rep in San Antonio.

That’s all there is to it! Simply post your Lead Gen search with an enticing caption that attracts the buyers you’re looking for and wait for the leads to come in!

When someone clicks your Lead Gen Search link, they can browse freely — no login required. Every home they see is branded with your name, photo, and contact info.

Screenshot of New Home Buddy Personal Link on Home Details
Only YOUR contact info shows up on every home!

If they favorite a home or spend time browsing, they’ll be prompted to register with their name, email, and phone number. As soon as they do, they’re automatically added to your Client list and you’ll get an email letting you know.

If they fill out a home inquiry form, you’ll receive all their details along with the home they’re interested in. Whether they register or submit a question, the lead is yours, with no extra steps.

To view new leads, click on Clients in the left side menu, then toggle the New Leads list. They’ll also appear in the “All” list:

Screenshot of New Home Buddy Client page showing the New Leads list of clients
New Home Buddy automatically creates the lead on your Clients list. Click the green button to move them from the New Leads list to the Clients list.
Client Details page on New Home Buddy
Click on the lead name to view details, homes they’ve favorited, and the saved search our system creates on your behalf. You can edit their search filters or rename it any time!

Lead Gen Searches turn casual clicks into real clients. Ultimately, they let you follow up with the right info at the right time.

Lead Gen Searches Recap

FEATURELead Gen SEARCHES
Lead Generation✅ Yes — designed for it
Public Access✅ No login required to view
Real-Time Updates✅ Always current
Branded to You✅ Your photo, name, and contact info
Lead Notifications✅ Email alerts + auto Client creation
Best for✅ Social posts, flyers, email campaigns, QR codes

🔥 Power Tips

  • Add a Lead Gen Search to a Linktree or Instagram bio
  • Use QR codes on signs, flyers, or at open houses
  • Build seasonal or time-sensitive collections:
    • “Move-In Ready by July” or “Spring Builder Incentives”
  • Create one search per buyer type or niche and test what gets the most responses

Need Help?

📧 Questions? Reach out to support@newhomebuddy.com. We’re happy to walk you through your first one!

🎥 Check out this Step-by-step Lead Gen Search training video to see them in action:

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How to Create Your Personal Link on New Home Buddy (And Why You Should)

Whether you’re a real estate agent or a builder sales rep, your Personal Link on New Home Buddy is one of the most powerful tools in your marketing toolkit.

It’s a branded, always-up-to-date link that showcases available new construction homes–all while keeping you as the main point of contact on every listing.

But here’s the thing: Personal Links work a little differently for Agents vs. Builder Sales Reps.

So let’s break it all down–how it works, how to create your link, and how to turn it into your lead magnet.

A Personal Link is a custom URL that shows homes and plans on New Home Buddy. When someone clicks the link, the results they see are branded with only your name and contact info.

It’s a live, evergreen link that can be shared anywhere. For instance, many people set personal links on their email signatures and social bios.

Every time someone clicks it, they see homes currently available on the platform.

Screenshot of what a client sees when they click on a New Home Buddy Personal Link
Screenshot of what someone sees when they click on your Personal Link

But here’s what makes it special…

  • The link shows every home and plan currently listed on New Home Buddy.
  • All homes are branded to you. Your name and contact info appear on each one.
  • There is no filtering or curation set in advance. Your Personal Link gives full access to the platform’s plans and inventory in the market(s) you’ve set!
  • Shows only your builder’s homes and plans, automatically filtered by:
    • ✅ Builder name
    • ✅ Assigned division
    • ✅ Cross-sell rules (if applicable)
    • ✅ Ability for Agents to Connect with you (if Agent is viewing the search)
  • All listings are branded to you personally, just like agent links.
  • This ensures you only display homes you’re authorized to sell. Therefore, Personal Links are a safe and effective tool for client and agent outreach.

Think of your Personal Link as a digital homepage built for conversions:

  • 🔄 The link updates in real-time as new inventory hits the platform, prices change, or homes are sold.
  • 🧭 Every inquiry from your Personal Link is routed straight to your inbox — not a general info line or builder contact form.
  • 📱 Personal Links works great across all platforms: Instagram, email signatures, texting, flyers, QR codes.

⚠️ Important: Personal Links do not display commissions or bonuses.
These are visible only within your New Home Buddy portal for registered agent/builder users OR if someone clicks a Builder Sales Rep’s personal link and indicates that they’re a real estate agent.

Screenshot of New Home Buddy Personal Link on Home Details
Only YOUR contact info shows up on every home!

The process is identical for both agents and builder reps:

1. Top Right of the Navigation Bar:

  • Click the Share icon in the upper right.
  • Select “Create or Copy Personal Link.”
Copy Personal Link screenshot New Home Buddy
Create and Copy your Personal Link in the top right of the portal.

2. Your Profile Page:

  • Click into your profile (top right icon in the navigation bar).
  • Customize the last part of your URL (e.g., jennifer-tester).
  • Click Save, then copy the link OR generate a QR code version!
New Home Buddy Builder Profile page screenshot showing how to set Personal Link
Create, Copy, or EDIT your Personal Link on your Profile page.

We designed Personal Links to be short and sweet! There’s a subtle difference between agent portal links and builder portal links (a or b as the subdomain).

Don’t worry, we’ve done all that work for you. All you need to do is customize your URL to whatever you want it to be! By default, your Personal Link extension will be your full name.

Here’s an example of what the links look like:

The agent portal link format is https://a.nhb.app/u/your-name

The builder portal link format is https://b.nhb.app/u/your-name

Instagram Bio or Linktree

Replace generic website links with your Personal Link to showcase actual homes. Add a CTA like:

“🏡 See new homes available now”
👉 [Your Personal Link]

Setting your Agent Personal Link as your Instagram bio link is a great way to turn it into a lead magnet!

Email Signature

Add a clear, clickable CTA:

“🔍 Browse homes I can help you buy → [Your Link]”

Builder Sales Rep Email signature example – “View Inventory Here” is set to a Personal Link

Business Cards & Flyers

Turn your Personal Link into a QR code and put it on printed materials. It’s perfect for:

  • Open houses
  • Builder events
  • New client packets

Text & DMs

Got a new contact but aren’t sure what kind of home they’re in the market for?

Send your Personal Link so they can browse, filter, and ever request more info on specific homes. The site optimized for mobile devices and loads fast!

FEATUREAGENTSBUILDER SALES REPS
Inventory ShownFull platform-wide inventory and plansFiltered by builder, division & cross-sell
Branded ToAgent name & contact info onlySales rep name & contact info only
Commission/BONUS visibility❌ Not shown on link results⭕️ Shown if the viewer clicks “I’m a real estate agent” when prompted
Custom Link Formata.nhb.app/u/your-nameb.nhb.app/u/your-name
Best Use CasesInstagram bios, email sigs, Texts and DMsEmail sigs, Agent outreach, client follow-ups

🔥 Power Tips

  • Set your Personal Link as your homepage shortcut on your phone. That way, you’ll always have inventory ready to show.
  • Generate the QR code version of your link and add it flyers and business cards.
  • Add your link to client drip emails or post it on Facebook once a week with inventory updates.
  • Use it in group texts or client follow-ups to drive engagement with real-time listings.
  • Agents: Include your link in every client text thread when you first start working with a buyer. That way, they get used to clicking your link instead of going to Zillow.

Need Help?

📧 Questions? Reach out to support@newhomebuddy.com–we’re here to help!

You can also watch this training video on how to complete your profile and set your Personal Link:

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