Sussexes Face Financial Rumors Amid Speculation of Montecito Downsizing

Columnist Maureen Callahan, speaking on "The Royals Uncensored" podcast, noted that the Sussexes appear to be struggling to maintain the high costs associated with their California property. According to Callahan, the couple’s ability to generate income by leveraging their royal status—specifically through the sharing of internal family secrets—has been effectively choked off, leaving them with fewer high-value commercial opportunities.

This shift in their financial outlook has prompted rumors of a potential move to a more modest residence. Amid these pressures, reports indicate that Meghan Markle may be considering a return to acting, marking a distinct pivot from the media deals and lifestyle branding she has pursued since stepping back from royal duties in 2020. While the couple continues to balance business ventures with private family life—including the recent celebration of Princess Lilibet’s fifth birthday—they remain under intense public scrutiny regarding the long-term viability of their independent brand.