The kids are in school, and Thanksgiving has come and gone – autumn is officially in full force in Canada. While the spring and summer markets tend to be considered the hottest real estate buying seasons, September through November ushers in a crop of especially motivated buyers; those who are looking to purchase a home at this time of year generally wish to wrap up their purchase before the snow flies and the holiday season sets in.

That’s great news for those looking to list their homes in the autumn – but unlike in the warmer months, when home showings benefit from beautiful weather and full-bloom gardens, it can be a challenge to display your home’s external attributes when nature turns drab.