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Is buying a house on mortgage allowed in islam? Here in uk some ulama say it is allowed due to the high cost of living ,is this true?
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Is buying a house on mortgage allowed in islam? Here in uk some ulama say it is allowed due to the high cost of living ,is this true?
Answer
It is not permissible to purchase a house on interest (mortgage). One may fulfil his need by renting a house.
and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
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