They say money is the root of all evil. This can not be more true for Floyd Mayweather and 50 Cent. The two used to be friends once. The two often used to show up for each other in the backstages and the ringsides. But that changed in 2012. ‘Money’ was imprisoned and sentenced to serve for three months. During it was on 50 Cent to run the boxer’s promotional company, ‘The Money Team’. When Mayweather was released from prison, 50 Cent claimed that the boxer was supposed to pay him over $2 million for this, but never received a penny for that. While it might sound surprising for someone nicknamed ‘Money’, it all probably started from that point.

For as long as anyone can remember, Floyd Mayweather has been known for two things: unmatched boxing talent and immense wealth. Crowned the richest boxer in history, ‘Money’ Mayweather made it rain like cash grew on trees—yachts, jets, shopping sprees, you name it. But now, boxing insider Rick Glaser just dropped a bombshell that might hit harder than any left hook: Floyd’s fortune might not be as bulletproof as it seemed. And guess who saw it coming? None other than 50 Cent.

But let’s start this story from where it began! Back in October last year, a report from The Real Deal suggested that the retired boxer had invested $402 million in 60 buildings in New York, consisting of 1,000 affordable housing units. This followed several other massive investment updates by the former world champion in the New York City real estate scene. 

However, 50 Cent came into the picture a little later. You see, following his shopping spree in New York, Floyd Mayweather appeared on The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon. While there, ‘Money’ made bold claims about his business portfolio. “I don’t know the exact number. I own, right now, somewhere upwards of 100 buildings or more; I think 99% of my buildings are in New York City,” he said. 

This didn’t seem to have sat right with ‘Fiddy’, who posted a reaction to those claims on Instagram, noting, “Oh my God. If there safe to say, I should say LOL. Champ is the richest special ed student. LMAO.” The 2010 Grammy award winner wasn’t done, of course, as he posted yet again, taking shots at the retired boxing legend. 

“Oh s**t wait, I think Champ think he own them buildings. They beating him out of the money. He saying he don’t know what he own… Somebody tell champ he just publicly said he live in NY. They will come and take 58% of any income he has,” the rapper wrote. He took things a step further by later posting an image of Mayweather in Pinocchio’s attire and the trademark long nose, suggesting ‘Money’ was lying.

“Over a hundred buildings and 99% in New York. 😆LOL THATS CAP CHAMP WE SHOULD SLAP THE S**T OUT YOU. LMAO GLG🚦GreenLightGang 🎥let’s work,” he captioned the post. 50 Cent and Floyd go way back, and so does the beef between them. Media reports highlight several instances when the pair have clashed heads. So, this seemed like just another instance of their public feud until Rick Glaser added to the notion about Mayweather’s financial issues.

Boxing insider on rumors regarding Floyd Mayweather 

Since 50 Cents’ comments on Mayweather’s claims about purchasing real estate in New York, Rick Glaser has shared a new update on his finances, hinting there could be some truth to 50’s claims. “Rumors of Floyd Mayweather Jr being in financial trouble is hard to [swallow], but is deeply rooted I’m told.” Glaser wrote. Mayweather is often seen splurging on expensive jewelry, watches, cars, and even private jets. 

Glaser hoped that what he had been hearing wasn’t true. “Let’s hope it’s not true. It would be a real fall from grace for the former fighter known as ‘Money,’” he added. It’s currently unclear whether there’s any weight to the rumors. However, there are some legitimate doubts about whether Mayweather had actually purchased apartment buildings in Manhattan. 

Business Insider reported in March 2025 that public property records in New York City show no ownership transfers linked to Mayweather. Meanwhile, the New York City Housing Partnership stated it was unaware of any such deals. 

That said, it looks like Floyd Mayweather might be in some hot water, though nothing’s been officially confirmed just yet. As more details trickle out, the picture will hopefully get a lot clearer. But for now, it begs the question: Is ‘Money’ Mayweather actually running out of money?