If you're like most home sellers your primary goal is to net as much as possible for the sale of your house.

You may also hope that a wonderful family moves in who loves it as much as you have, but preferably a family who pays full price.

Depending on your circumstances, hiring a Realtor, selling it yourself or even selling it directly to an investor may be the best option. However, you will walk away with the most dollars after the sale of your home through a traditional sale. This means you prepare your home for buyers to see, pick an appropriate list price and get your marketing in front of as many buyers as you can.