Planning to Retire? It Could Be Time To Make a Move. If you’re thinking about retirement or have already retired this year, you may be planning your next steps. One of your goals could be  selling your house  and finding a home that more closely  fits your needs . Fortunately, you may be in a better position to make a move than you realize. Here are a few things to think about when making that decision. Consider How Long You’ve Been in Your Home From 1985 to 2008, the average length of time homeowners typically stayed in their homes was only six years. But according to the  National Association of Realtors  (NAR), that number is  rising today , meaning many homeowners are living in their houses even longer  (see graph below) : When you live in a home for a significant period of time, it’s natural for you to experience a number of changes in your life while you’re in that house. As those life changes and milestones happen, your needs may change. And if your current home no longer meet