More than half of homeowners stay in âunsuitableâ properties for nearly five years before moving A property website survey of 2,400 home owners found that the need for more space was one of the main reasons people said their home was not suitable. A survey reveals the reason peoples homes don't meet their needs (Image: Getty Images) Get the latest on money saving tips and benefit changes straight to your inbox each week with our Record Money newsletter.Invalid EmailSomething went wrong, please try again later. Subscribe When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Your information will be used in accordance with ourPrivacy Notice.