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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s New Property Purchase Raises Eyebrows at the Palace
Concerns are brewing within royal circles regarding the financial stability of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle following their recent property acquisition in Portugal.
Insiders close to the Palace have expressed unease, pointing to the couple's expanding real estate portfolio as a potential indicator of deeper financial issues.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have reportedly invested in a luxurious property at the Costa Terra Golf and Ocean Club, a resort often likened to the Hamptons, with a staggering price tag of £3.6 million.
This latest purchase comes on the heels of their reported earnings of £75 million from Netflix, which includes the much-discussed docuseries that unveiled intimate details about their lives and experiences within the royal family.
While some view this investment as a savvy financial move, sources suggest that there is an underlying worry about the couple's long-term financial future.
With significant expenses, particularly for security when Harry visits the UK, palace insiders are left wondering what will happen when the couple's funds begin to dwindle.
A recent biography by Robert Jobson revealed that King Charles himself has concerns about Harry's financial situation.
According to a palace insider, there is a palpable anxiety about the implications of the Sussexes running out of money.
The question looms large: what will happen if their financial resources dry up?
In a related vein, there are growing apprehensions surrounding Prince Harry's ongoing legal battles, particularly regarding his security arrangements in the UK.
An updated edition of Robert Hardman's biography, “Charles III: New King, New Court,” highlights King Charles's fears of being drawn into his son's legal situation, which could potentially jeopardize both their relationship and the monarchy itself.
Harry is determined to challenge the Home Office's decisions about his security detail, a move that has created tension between him and his father.
Advisors have warned that if Harry were to misrepresent conversations with King Charles during his court case, it could lead to significant legal complications for the monarchy.
Despite the complexity of the situation, Harry reportedly believes that his father holds the power to reinstate his security.
However, experts insist that any interference from King Charles would be a serious constitutional issue, complicating an already delicate situation.
Since stepping back from royal duties in 2020 and relocating to California, Harry lost his publicly funded police protection.
This shift in status prompted a change in how security is managed for him and Meghan, leading to concerns about their safety.
Prince Harry has openly expressed his fears for Meghan's safety in the UK, particularly amid ongoing media scrutiny.
His concerns were amplified during a particularly emotional moment surrounding the death of Queen Elizabeth II, when he learned that Meghan was not welcome at Balmoral to say goodbye to her.
This decision reportedly came directly from King Charles, who had reservations about having too many people present during such a sensitive time.
Harry recounted the painful phone call in his memoir, describing his father's reasoning as disrespectful and nonsensical.
The dynamic between the Sussexes and the royal family has grown increasingly strained since they stepped away from royal life.
Their high-profile interview with Oprah Winfrey, the release of Harry's memoir “Spare,” and the revealing Netflix documentary have all contributed to the widening rift.
As speculation continues about the future of their relationship with the royal family, royal authors suggest that reconciliation may be further off than previously thought, especially considering King Charles's reluctance to engage directly with Harry amidst ongoing tensions.