Fall is a beautiful time of year in Southern California, and a perfect season to show your property to homebuyers eager to nestle in before the holidays.

Get your autumn glow by adding seasonal accessories and displays to home staging preparations. Start with these simple high impact ways to give buyers a warm and fuzzy feeling about your home.

Add a little extra curb appeal on your front porch and entryway with brightly colored pots of mums, pumpkins, fall wreaths, and lanterns.

Pick from the bounty of nature’s Indian summer harvest to accessorize interior rooms. Fill oversized glass vases with branches of varied shapes and sizes, or display baskets of cinnamon scented pinecones or colorful gourds.

The Farm Store at Cal Poly Pomona has a large assortment of home grown fall decor items. Edible arrangements of seasonal veggies such as artichoke, squash or eggplants can take the place of the fruit bowl on dining or end tables.

Make the fireplace a focal point by decorating the mantle and hearth with fall accessories. Even if you don’t have a wood burning fireplace, a display of wood next to the firebox creates a visual of how to enjoy cool nights ahead.

Arrange candles on the mantle and other areas around the home to add seasonal ambiance. Votives are great but don’t be afraid to mix pillars of all sizes in hurricane lamps. Use scented candles sparingly with fall scents of apple pie, pumpkin or cinnamon.

During shorter fall days, keep drapes and blinds open to bring in as much natural light as possible, and add extra floor or tabletop lamps if necessary to keep your home well illuminated for showings.

Get buyers feeling cozy about your home by changing out decorative pillows and throw blankets to a fall theme.

Replace lighter fabrics for heavier ones like faux fur or wool. Lay a throw blanket or two across furnishings for extra color and texture. Dress the dining table with a festive touch and a nod to the holiday entertaining season ahead.

Add accent plates in rich fall colors, nature-inspired accessories and elegant pumpkins in shimmering metallic finishes. Build up the bar and display an attractive tray set with bottles of your favorite spirits and crystal stemware. Even if you don’t drink it helps potential homebuyers envision future celebrations in your home.

Adriana Donofrio Podley Properties Glendora (626) 926-9700 adrianad@podley.com