For many people, their home holds a special place in their hearts. It’s where they have built a life filled with wonderful memories. However, urbanization and real estate development are changing the world around us, often forcing homeowners to sell their homes with compensation that doesn’t truly compensate for what they are losing. Despite these challenges, some homeowners have refused to leave their homes at all costs. Here are 10 remarkable stories of homeowners who stood their ground and held onto their homes against all odds. From Mr. Austin Spriggs who refused a $2 million offer for his architectural firm’s building to the farmers in Japan who fought for 39 years to keep their land from being taken for the construction of a major airport, these stories show the incredible strength and determination of individuals who refuse to abandon their homes.