--- title: How Site Visitors Experience IntelliSearch on Your Website description: Discover how Sierra Interactive IntelliSearch makes property searching easy and intuitive for your Sierra website visitors, helping increase engagement, registrations, and conversions. image: https://www.sierrainteractive.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Website-Preview-V2A.jpg --- [Skip to content](https://help.sierrainteractive.com/helpcenter/how-site-visitors-experience-intellisearch-on-your-website#main-content) [Contact Support](https://help.sierrainteractive.com/helpcenter/kb-tickets/new?hsLang=en) [![Sierra Interactive logo](https://help.sierrainteractive.com/hs-fs/hubfs/sierra%20interactive%20logo.png?width=250&height=34&name=sierra%20interactive%20logo.png)](https://help.sierrainteractive.com/helpcenter?hsLang=en) - [Sierra CRM Login](https://client.sierrainteractivedev.com/login.aspx?sn=sierrainteractive.com) - [Sierra Support](https://share.hsforms.com/1-PkIvKPkRJ2Oe4iP28LPugcrxj0?__hstc=240356316.ca34a03f98730f420ad639300528f2a2.1764955183725.1783970890126.1783975123568.351&__hssc=240356316.31.1783975123568&__hsfp=3cbed2008eb4c720102b6f72b9dd6767) - [Training & Learning](https://info.sierrainteractive.com/live-training-learning-opportunities) Show submenu for Training & Learning - [Sierra Academy](https://info.sierrainteractive.com/sierra-academy) - [Live Training Sessions](https://help.sierrainteractive.com/helpcenter/join-live-training-sessions-explore-sierra-learning-resources) Show submenu for Live Training Sessions - [Tuesdays 11AM ET](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81520282538) - [Wednesdays 1:30PM ET](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84246589732) - [Fridays 3PM ET](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86964951435) - [Sierra YouTube Channel](https://www.youtube.com/@sierrainteractive/featured) - [Sierra Facebook Mastermind](https://www.facebook.com/groups/sierrainteractive) - [Referral Dashboard](https://www.sierrainteractive.com/customer-referral-dashboard/) - [Operations & Closures](https://info.sierrainteractive.com/sierra-interactive-observed-holidays) - [System Status](https://status.sierrainteractive.com/) Open main navigation Close main navigation - [Sierra CRM Login](https://client.sierrainteractivedev.com/login.aspx?sn=sierrainteractive.com) - [Sierra Support](https://share.hsforms.com/1-PkIvKPkRJ2Oe4iP28LPugcrxj0?__hstc=240356316.ca34a03f98730f420ad639300528f2a2.1764955183725.1783970890126.1783975123568.351&__hssc=240356316.31.1783975123568&__hsfp=3cbed2008eb4c720102b6f72b9dd6767) - [Training & Learning](https://info.sierrainteractive.com/live-training-learning-opportunities) Show submenu for Training & Learning - [Sierra Academy](https://info.sierrainteractive.com/sierra-academy) - [Live Training Sessions](https://help.sierrainteractive.com/helpcenter/join-live-training-sessions-explore-sierra-learning-resources) Show submenu for Live Training Sessions - [Tuesdays 11AM ET](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81520282538) - [Wednesdays 1:30PM ET](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84246589732) - [Fridays 3PM ET](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86964951435) - [Sierra YouTube Channel](https://www.youtube.com/@sierrainteractive/featured) - [Sierra Facebook Mastermind](https://www.facebook.com/groups/sierrainteractive) - [Referral Dashboard](https://www.sierrainteractive.com/customer-referral-dashboard/) - [Operations & Closures](https://info.sierrainteractive.com/sierra-interactive-observed-holidays) - [System Status](https://status.sierrainteractive.com/) - [Contact Support](https://help.sierrainteractive.com/helpcenter/kb-tickets/new) Search Help Center - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 1. [Help Center](https://help.sierrainteractive.com/helpcenter?hsLang=en) 2. [Lead Generation & Capture](https://help.sierrainteractive.com/helpcenter/lead-generation-capture?hsLang=en) 3. [IntelliSearch](https://help.sierrainteractive.com/helpcenter/lead-generation-capture?hsLang=en#intellisearch) September 14, 2026 # How Site Visitors Experience IntelliSearch on Your Website ## Deliver a modern, intuitive search experience helping your site visitors quickly find homes using everyday language using Sierra Interactive IntelliSearch. ### Summary When a lead visits your Sierra Interactive website, they’ll see a clean, central search bar on the homepage. At first, this search bar is location-based. Once a visitor enters a location and the results page loads, the full IntelliSearch experience becomes available. From there, they can use keyword search within the filters to narrow results even further—typing in specifics like “in-ground pool,” “fenced backyard,” or “condos under $400K near downtown.” Visitors can also access advanced search options anytime by clicking the **Search** tab at the top of the homepage. This layered approach keeps the homepage simple while still giving users powerful tools to find exactly what they want, driving more engagement and registrations. --- ### Table of Contents  1. [Why This Matters](https://help.sierrainteractive.com/helpcenter/how-site-visitors-experience-intellisearch-on-your-website#why) 1. [For Consumers](https://help.sierrainteractive.com/helpcenter/how-site-visitors-experience-intellisearch-on-your-website#consumers) 2. [For Your Business](https://help.sierrainteractive.com/helpcenter/how-site-visitors-experience-intellisearch-on-your-website#business) 2. [Your Site Visitor's Experience](https://help.sierrainteractive.com/helpcenter/how-site-visitors-experience-intellisearch-on-your-website#visitor-experience) 3. [How IntelliSearch Helps Your Business](https://help.sierrainteractive.com/helpcenter/how-site-visitors-experience-intellisearch-on-your-website#how-it-helps) 4. [Best Practices](https://help.sierrainteractive.com/helpcenter/how-site-visitors-experience-intellisearch-on-your-website#best-practices) 5. [Troubleshooting Common Issues](https://help.sierrainteractive.com/helpcenter/how-site-visitors-experience-intellisearch-on-your-website#troubleshooting) 6. [FAQs](https://help.sierrainteractive.com/helpcenter/how-site-visitors-experience-intellisearch-on-your-website#faqs) --- ### Why This Matters #### For Consumers - Today’s buyers are used to **Zillow, Redfin, and Realtor.com**—they expect instant, intuitive search. - IntelliSearch mirrors this experience so visitors feel at home on your site. - Example: - Relocation buyer → *“fixer uppers in Franklin with a large backyard”* - Downsizing couple → *“condos under $400K near downtown Lexington”* - Investor → *“multi-family homes with rental potential in Dallas”* #### For Your Business - Visitors stay engaged longer and are more likely to register. - Saved searches and property alerts keep them coming back to *your* site, not portals. - Natural-language searches support **long-tail SEO keywords**, helping your site rank for terms like “energy-efficient homes in Scottsdale under 700K.” [back to the top](https://help.sierrainteractive.com/helpcenter/how-site-visitors-experience-intellisearch-on-your-website#table) --- ### Your Site Visitor’s Experience 1. **A Visitor Lands on Your Website** The homepage highlights a large, central search bar—clean, simple, and inviting. At this stage, the bar works as a **location-based search.** 2. **They Enter a Location** Once a visitor types in a city, neighborhood, or zip code and the results page loads, the **full IntelliSearch experience** is unlocked. **![intellisearch1](https://help.sierrainteractive.com/hs-fs/hubfs/intellisearch1.png?width=670&height=301&name=intellisearch1.png)** 3. **They Refine with Keywords** From the results page, visitors can add keywords in the filters: 1. “Mother-in-law suite” 2. “Energy efficient” 3. “Walkable neighborhood near coffee shops” 4. **IntelliSearch Processes the Query** The system interprets these phrases and surfaces listings that match the intent. 5. **They Browse and Engage** Visitors can view listings, save searches, register, or reach out. They also have the option to open **Advanced Search** under the **Search** tab at the top of the homepage for even more customization. --- ### Best Practices #### ✅ Do - **Test IntelliSearch yourself.** Spend 5 minutes trying searches your clients might use. - **Keep it simple when explaining.** Say: *“It works like Zillow, just type what you’re looking for, like ‘hardwood floors,’ and results appear.”* - **Encourage saved searches.** Remind visitors they can register for alerts, keeping them tied to your site. #### ❌ Don’t - Don’t overwhelm visitors with instructions as it’s designed to be intuitive. - Don’t clutter your homepage, the search bar should be the hero. --- ### How IntelliSearch Helps Your Business - Competes directly with major real estate portals by offering the familiar search experience buyers expect. - Generates **longer site visits, more registrations, and better lead quality.** - Boosts SEO with natural-language keyword indexing, helping you attract organic traffic without increasing ad spend. [back to the top](https://help.sierrainteractive.com/helpcenter/how-site-visitors-experience-intellisearch-on-your-website#table) --- ### Troubleshooting Common Issues - **My website doesn’t show advanced filters right away.** This is intentional. IntelliSearch emphasizes simplicity first; filters appear once results load. - **A visitor didn’t get the results they expected.** Suggest clearer terms, e.g., *“homes with a pool in Scottsdale under 700K.”* Filters can always refine further. - **Older or less tech-savvy clients might struggle.** Most won’t. If they’ve used Zillow or Redfin, it’s familiar. Just say: *“Type what you want, like ‘3-bedroom homes in Tampa near the beach.’”* - **Leads aren’t registering after using the search.** Add clear call to actions (Save This Search, Get Email Alerts) to encourage users to register once they find something interesting. - **Visitors are bouncing quickly from the homepage.** Simplify your homepage. The search bar should stand out as the main action. [back to the top](https://help.sierrainteractive.com/helpcenter/how-site-visitors-experience-intellisearch-on-your-website#table) --- ### FAQs - **Do I need to train leads on how to use the site?** No, IntelliSearch is designed to be intuitive. Leads can simply start typing what they want. - **Can visitors still use advanced filters?** Yes. Price, beds, baths, and more appear after the first results. - **Is IntelliSearch mobile-friendly?** Absolutely. Both the search bar and results are optimized for mobile and desktop. - **What if someone searches for something unusual, like “treehouse”?** IntelliSearch returns the closest available matches based on MLS data. - **Does IntelliSearch support SEO?** Yes. Every search query contributes to long-tail keyword relevance, helping your site rank in organic search. 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