is still fighting to stay at his Royal Lodge home in Windsor, despite reported efforts by his brother

64, signed a 75-year lease for the home in 2003. However, some things could now determine whether the prince can continue living at with his ex-wife .

Terry Fisher, chief executive of , spoke to OK! about Andrew's future at Royal Lodge, including the fact that the home needs some repair work.

This could seal the prince's fate at the home, as by not keeping up with repairs he may have breached the lease agreements with the Crown Estate.

The expert also said King Charles will have some form of power over the £30 million home and its future.

"Historic estates demand ongoing repairs, climate control, and specialised care to address inevitable wear, all of which are costly and time-consuming.

"Without the financial backing previously afforded to working royals, Andrew could find these costs a growing strain. And, as we've seen in recent photos, neglecting issues like damp or structural wear can lead to worsening problems and higher costs down the line."

"The Crown Estate may expect Royal Lodge to remain in a condition befitting its heritage status, so failing to meet these standards could lead to interventions, possibly even lease renegotiations if the property's preservation comes into question."

The King may also be able to stop the prince's wishes of passing the home onto his daughters Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice if this doesn't align with the needs of the family.

Mr Fisher added: "While it's reported that Prince Andrew has a 75-year lease on Royal Lodge, the ability to pass this property to Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie as an inheritance isn't guaranteed.

"Historically, Crown Estate properties like Royal Lodge aren't automatically inherited like privately-owned estates. If Charles envisions Royal Lodge serving a different purpose within the family, he could effectively block the transfer by aligning with Crown Estate protocols.

"In this way, while Andrew holds the lease, the ultimate decision-making rests with the Crown Estate and the monarchy, making future residency decisions largely dependent on the royal family's needs and vision at the time."

The King recently axed Prince Andrew's security, which the 75-year-old monarch had been privately funding, and offered him Frogmore Cottage as a permanent residence. Despite this, Prince Andrew reportedly remains reluctant to leave Royal Lodge.