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Inviting Clients to Perchwell

Invite clients to Perchwell for easier communication and access to shared listings, searches, and more.

Updated over 2 weeks ago

What Is a Client Portal?

A Client Portal is a secure, shared workspace that allows your clients to search listings, view shared properties, receive updates, and message you directly in Perchwell.

It provides a client-ready experience while keeping agent-only details private.

What Is a Client Portal?

A Client Portal is a secure, shared workspace that allows your clients to search listings, view shared properties, receive updates, and message you directly in Perchwell.

It provides a client-ready experience while keeping agent-only details private.


What Can Clients See?

Once invited, clients gain access to a collaboration workspace within Perchwell.

Clients

What they can see

Clients can:

  • Search for Listings

  • View listings shared with them

  • Access shared Tags

  • View shared reports

  • Send and receive Messages

Clients cannot:

  • View agent-only listing details

  • See listing agent information

  • Access private documents

  • View internal notes or brokerage-specific data

This ensures a professional, client-ready experience while keeping agent tools private.


Invite an Existing Contact

Send an invitation to a contact already in your list.

  1. Go to Contacts. Click on the contact’s name.

  2. Open the contact’s Contact Detail Page.

  3. Click Re-invite Contact to Perchwell at the bottom of the page.

The contact will automatically receive a new invitation email.


Invite a New Contact

Invite a client while creating their contact record.

  1. Go to Contacts.

  2. Click Add Contact.

  3. Enter the contact’s name and email address.

  4. Toggle Invite to Perchwell.

  5. Write a message or select a saved template.

  6. Click Add Contact.

The contact will receive an email invitation to join Perchwell.


Invite Contacts During Bulk Upload

Invite multiple contacts while importing them into Perchwell.

  1. Go to Contacts.

  2. Click Add Contact, then select Bulk Upload.

  3. Download the Perchwell CSV Template.

  4. Add your contacts to the template file.

  5. Upload the completed CSV file.

  6. Choose whether to send invitations by toggling invitations on or off.

  7. Click Upload to finish.

Imported contacts can also be invited later from their Contact Detail Page.


Template Suggestions

Message Template When Inviting Clients

Hey, {name}! This is Perchwell, the tool I'll be using to help you find your perfect home! I will send a follow-up email shortly to help you get started. For now, please create your password using the link provided here either in a mobile or desktop web browser.

Follow-Up Email

Hey {name}!

Excited to kick off the home search with you! I'll be using Perchwell to share listings, stay organized, and keep things moving. Here's how to get started:

Step 1: Accept your Invite

  1. Hit the Accept Invitation button in this email.

  2. Set your password. a. Heads up: It's best to do this on a desktop browser first, or use your mobile browser if needed.

Step 2: Download the App

  1. Once your password's set, grab the Perchwell app from the App Store or Google Play and log in.

Step 3: Start Exploring

  1. Messages: This is where I'll send listings your way.

  2. Shared Searches: I'll create a few searches for you too. Just look for your {saved search name} in the saved search drop-down.

  3. Search: Feel free to browse on your own! Add filters and send me anything that catches your eye. a. On desktop: Check the box next to listings > click Share > send via messages b. On mobile: Tap the circle icon > hit Actions > send via messages

Let me know if you get stuck!

Best,


Tips

  • Invited contacts can view shared listings, searches, tags, reports, and messages.

  • Invitations are tied to the contact’s email address.

  • You can resend invitations at any time from the Contact Detail Page.

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