The royal family operates on a different real estate playing field compared to the common folk.
While most people purchase their own homes, royals are typically bestowed properties by the reigning monarch.
Windsor Castle, a historic residence for centuries, has been home to numerous prominent royals, including the late Queen Elizabeth, Prince Philip, Prince Charles, and even Prince Andrew with his former wife Fergie.
With Prince Charles ascending to the throne, speculation arose that he would reside in Buckingham Palace while Prince William and Kate Middleton would move into Windsor Castle.
However, a twist may be in store.
Reports suggest that Prince Charles is contemplating gifting Frogmore House on the Windsor Estate to his eldest son and daughter-in-law.
Unlike Amner Hall, which was gifted to William and Catherine by the Queen, Frogmore Cottage is a Crown Estate property.
This distinction means that it does not belong to Harry and Meghan, nor even to the Queen.
Crown Estate properties are held in trust for the monarch, with funds from these assets channeled into the government’s general fund.
The future remains uncertain for Harry and Meghan at Frogmore.
They could potentially be asked to vacate by the monarch, be gifted a permanent residence, or opt to purchase their own home.
Speculations suggest they may stay at Frogmore until their son Archie is school-ready, mirroring William and Catherine’s tenure at Anmer Hall until Prince George’s schooling phase.
The costly renovations at Buckingham Palace and Frogmore Cottage were greenlit by the Crown Estate Trust before Harry’s marriage to Meghan.
Questions arose about the repayment of renovation expenses for Anmer Hall, prompting comparisons to the situation faced by Harry and Meghan.
When Queen Elizabeth bestowed Frogmore Cottage upon Harry and Meghan as a wedding gift, the couple requested charitable donations in lieu of gifts.
Recently, they made a substantial contribution to cover renovation costs following their withdrawal from royal duties.
While a potential move to Windsor Castle by the Waleses is conceivable, no concrete decisions have been made.
The prospect of Harry and Meghan relocating to Windsor Castle if they return to the UK exists, despite their current residence at Frogmore Cottage.
The couple’s previous desire to reside in Windsor Castle post-wedding adds a layer of intrigue to their future housing arrangements.
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