Transactions (Shafii)

February 21, 2026 3 mins

Do RSUs Require Purification?

Answered by Shaykh Muhammad Carr Question If a person receives restricted stock units (RSUs) as part of their compensation and later sells the resulting shares, how should any gains be Islamically purified? Specifically, do shares that are automatically sold or withheld to cover taxes require purification? Additionally, when calculating the gain, what should be considered […]
January 27, 2026 4 mins

Is Managing Medical Insurance Claims Permissible Employment?

Answered by Shaykh Muhammad Carr Question I work in a medical clinic and have been assigned to establish contracts with health insurance companies and manage insurance claims. Does this type of work fall under assisting in Riba, or is it considered doubtful (shubha) in Islam? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and […]
January 24, 2026 4 mins

Is Returning Gold and Buying a Heavier Piece Considered Riba?

Answered by Shaykh Muhammad Carr Question I bought a bracelet weighing 4 grams. I went home, and within an hour, I returned to the shop and asked to return it, and instead purchase something else, paying the difference since the new item would weigh more. I chose an item weighing 5 grams. The seller showed […]
January 17, 2026 3 mins

Is a Real Estate Middleman Responsible for a Buyer’s Interest-Based Loan?

Answered by Shaykh Muhammad Carr Question As a middleman in real estate, is it permissible to structure and assign deals that involve interest-based loans for the end buyer, even if I don’t handle interest myself? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. Thank you for your question. May Allah reward you […]
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