Islamic Finance
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The Urgency of Emergency Fund Before Investing
In the field of personal finance, the fundamental need of setting up an emergency fund is frequently eclipsed by the appeal of investing. Even though investments have the potential to generate large returns they are not always risk-free and do not provide the immediate response needed in unexpected financial emergencies. Thus making an emergency fund a top priority is not…
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Islamic Estate Planning: What Is That and How to Do It?
Planning an Islamic estate is a religious obligation rather than merely a financial one. Islam views prudent wealth management and proper posthumous distribution as a sign of adherence to divine law and empathy for ones family and community. According to Sahih al-Bukhari the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) stated: “It is the duty of a Muslim who has anything to bequeath not…
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A Muslim’s Attitude in the Disruptive Era
Rapid changes in every area including education society the economy and technology characterize the disruptive era. These shifts require a Muslim to maintain a strong commitment to Islamic values while adopting a flexible productive mindset. Increasing Piety and Faith A Muslim must first be spiritually intelligent. Muslims need to strengthen their faith and piety in the face of digital temptations…
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Check Again! Is your Debt a Blessing or a Curse?
Many people believe that debt is an essential component of contemporary life. We can accomplish goals that might otherwise be unattainable by borrowing money whether it be through business financing, credit cards, mortgages or student loans. But at what point does beneficial debt become a financial trap?The Quran forbids reckless borrowing and extravagant spending. As the evidence Surah Al-Isra verse…
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Business Partners Split? A Test of Syirkah Trust
Building a business with friends, relatives, or colleagues that you trust as business partners is like riding a boat together: if the oars are not in tune, the direction can be unstable. Especially if someone starts to be dishonest, the boat could sink, trust will be shattered, and the partnership will end. In fact, in Islam, partnership or partnership is…
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Smart Muslim Investors, Starting a Business with Knowledge
Many people are enthusiastic to start a business as investors. Especially if they find a business opportunity that seems halal, has a profit-sharing system, and has great profit potential. But unfortunately, not a few jump in without understanding the knowledge first. In fact, in Islam, investing without knowledge can be the beginning of disaster, not the beginning of blessings. As…
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Mountains of Gold Don’t Stop the Desire to Accumulate Wealth
Have you ever bought a new cellphone, but a week later you feel like upgrading it again? Or have you just received a work bonus, but your mind is already running to installments for a new car, vacations, or branded goods that weren’t that urgent before? That’s a small example of one big problem: the desire to accumulate wealth that…
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What is the View on Islam and Morals of Stockpiling?
Have you ever thought about why some people’s wealth continues to increase, while on the other hand there are those who have difficulty even eating? Or, why is Islam so “sensitive” when it comes to wealth being kept and not being used? Well, this is where it is important for us to talk about stockpiling meaning not only from an…
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3 Ways to Make Money That Islam Forbids
We live in an era where everything is fast and instant. It is no wonder that the enthusiasm to find ways to make money is increasing. More and more people are competing to find loopholes to get “maximum profit, minimal capital.” But in the midst of this euphoria, we rarely ask one important thing: “Is the wealth I earn halal?”…
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Uncovering Hidden Sins in the World of Product Marketing
Have you ever bought something because you were tempted by the advertisement, but it turned out to be a dud? Or maybe you yourself are selling, then think: “If we don’t promote it a little bit more, it’ll be hard to sell…” Especially now, buying and selling used goods in the marketplace is getting busier. Not a few claim that…
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