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Can I buy life insurance as a Muslim?
Most scholars say avoid conventional life insurance due to uncertainty and interest. Takaful is the Islamic alternative. Here's why.
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Interest, mortgages, investing, crypto, insurance and gambling. Short, honest answers for new Muslims.
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Can I have a mortgage as a Muslim?
Conventional mortgages involve interest, which most scholars forbid. Islamic home finance is the main alternative. Here's how it works.
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Can I still use my credit card after becoming Muslim?
It depends on how you use it. Interest is forbidden, but many scholars allow a card paid in full monthly. Here's both views and how to clear old debt.
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Can I still buy lottery tickets as a Muslim?
No. The lottery is gambling, and so are scratch cards and paid raffles. Here's what's allowed instead, and what about winnings from before Islam.
