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Islamic QA for North America

December 12, 2009
by Ml. Muhammed Shoayb
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401K

QUESTION: What is the consensus on 401K / IRA retirement accounts which are offered through employer benefits and we have the options to participate. Majority of the funds include financial institution. CATEGORY: RETIREMENT SUB CATEGORY: 401K / IRA Time: Thursday … Continue reading

September 11, 2009
by Ml. Muhammed Shoayb
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zakat. Yes or no?

Question: Assalamualaikum Shaik, I have one question on Zakat. Recently I have purchased some property. Do I need to give zakat on the property value? I have read in some islamic sites that we dont need to pay the zakat … Continue reading

February 20, 2009
by Ml. Muhammed Shoayb
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Q. I own a furniture store, do I pay zakaat on goods owned for sale and investment. A. Yes, you would pay zakaat on goods for resale and investment. You would pay your zakaat of these goods and investments based … Continue reading

February 1, 2009
by Ml. Muhammed Shoayb
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Q. Do we pay zakaat on furniture? A. Furniture for personal usage is not eligible for zakaat. Allah Certainly Knows Best.