| Elizabeth Williams, who lives with her husband in a 6,500-square-foot Golden Triangle home, dreams of a smaller place in a dog-friendly location but says she can't make a move with current mortgage rates. Why it matters: Many empty nesters would love to downsize or move, but it's not quite so simple. Zoom in: Creigh J. Kelley and his wife, Renee Hamilton, finally decided to move in together once they retired earlier this year, leaving their metro-area homes. Combining two households was quite the task. - Flexibility, location and cost were among top priorities, so the pair settled on renting a two-bed with a loft in Highlands Ranch.
- Between listing both of their previous homes, pairing down their belongings and finding the right rental, the whole process took nine months.
The other side: Not all empty-nesters want less space. Mayfair residents Ilene Vivinetto Suter and her husband dream of filling a larger home with their adult children and future grandchildren. - "Our blended family unit is strong and our weekly Sunday dinners can create a full house," Suter says.
The latest: More seniors are ditching homeownership entirely, with some moving into swanky apartments packed with pools and other perks. - Others are seeking homes that feature aging-friendly designs such as single-level floor plans, shower seats and handheld showerheads.
The bottom line: Making the decision to move is tough. Kelley says the key is to over-communicate and check in often — and a sense of humor doesn't hurt either, he says. Share this story | 
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