vecvechookattack, maybe they should also have the option of refusing their postings when it doesn't suit to move or buy where they don't want to.
You can't impose special requirements on individuals without some sort of compensating measure that ensures they are not disadvantaged. Unless you want them to leave that is.
Perhaps if the MOD wishes us to take a much more market-based/civilian approach to housing, they could also take a much more market-based/civilian approach to relocation packages. Couple that with civilian severance norms and most servicemen would be out within 60 days if a posting (or anything else) didn't suit them.