Meagre $13000 Sealed Serena Williams’ Stepmom’s Fate in Divorce Battle as $1,400,000 Florida Possession Looks Set to Go ‘King’ Richard’s Way in the End

Serena Williams‘ childhood home in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, worth $1,400,000, is in ruins now. The tennis legend’s step-mom, Lakeisha Graham, refused to hand over the possession to Richard while arriving at terms for divorce. Serena’s father and former coach claimed that Lakeisha got hold of the property for $10 as she forged his signature. In the court filings, Richard’s ex-wife admitted to forging the signature as she started a trucking business and then ‘fast-food and frivolities,’ which failed miserably.

Lakeisha’s dream road to profits incurred her huge losses, ultimately leading to divorce. The mortgage of $279,000 went into ashes, but ironically, $13,197 was a deciding factor for the ultimate custody of the property.

Serena Williams’ stepmother is on the verge of losing her desperate desire

Richards’s ex-wife is stuck in deep legal waters. What started with divorce ended in bankruptcy. Due to her home loan, Lakeisha owes lender David Simon a total of $623,000 and failed to adhere to any repayment plan in the 5 years. She claims she has already paid $171,486 in the last 7 months. The childhood home of Serena and Venus Williams lost its previous charm due to poor maintenance.

The memorable house looked horrific, with a leaking roof and an abandoned truck parked in the front yard, disqualifying the property for insurance. So, Lakeisha had to pay for the mortgage and house repairs independently. According to The U.S. Sun, she failed to repay $13,197 of the decided plan and claims it was an honest mistake.

Lakeisha’s debts are only snowballing as the court would dismiss her bankruptcy filing if she doesn’t stick to the payment plan. The final verdict will be issued on the 7th of September, which is only 6 days away. The Williams sisters’ stepmother’s financial status makes the case hopeless for her as it is impractical for her to repay the balance sum.

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Unless a miracle occurs, Richard’s way is crystal clear to claim the property. He is already 81 years old, his health deteriorating, and he wishes only peace, as his personal life is filled with tumultuous relationships.

Richard Williams’ personal life steeped as his professional career soared

The tennis legends’ father and coach first married  Betty Johnson in 1965, with whom he had 5 kids. But the couple divorced after 8 years, and in 1980. King Richard then married Oracene Price, and they had Serena and Venus Williams. In 2002, the couple’s divorce was finalized. In the same year, the Williams sisters’ achieved their career high for the first time.

Venus became the first African American in the Open Era to become World No.1. Serena, too, rose to World No. 1 for the first time in 2002 and won 3 consecutive Slams, winning each final against her sister. Despite the divorce, the Williams sisters continue to maintain a good relationship with their mother. Then came the turbulence nobody expected.

Richard married Lakeisha in 2009, who is around the same age as Venus. The couple, who are now stuck in a bitter legal dispute over divorce, share a son, who is 11 years old. Richard filed for divorce in 2017, and the case is ongoing.

Earlier this year, in February, Richard told ‘The U.S. Sun,’ that he is vexed with the proceedings and can’t wait to get over it. King Richard has been fighting the battle for 6 years, and he wishes to spend his life in solitude. How do you think this will unfold? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

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