Understanding Riba in Islamic Finance
Riba refers to unjust or guaranteed excess gains-primarily interest on loans or unfair exchanges-strictly prohibited in Islam. Understanding it helps ensure financial transactions remain ethical and Sharia-compliant. Learn more in this introduction to the topic. Download Now First Name Last Name Email Mobile
Shariah-compliant Ways to Help Your Child Buy a Home
Homeownership has become more difficult to attain. For Muslim families committed to avoiding riba (interest), the challenge is even greater. While many parents consider intra-family loans to support the next generation, traditional loans involve interest, making them incompatible with Islamic finance. Fortunately, there are alternative structures that achieve similar goals, allowing you to help your […]
Investing Basics
Many individuals fall short of their financial independence goals primarily because they hesitate to take the initial step-starting the investment journey. Common deterrents include procrastination and misconceptions that investing is excessively risky, complex, time-consuming, or exclusive to the wealthy. In reality, standard investment strategies are straightforward and can be grasped with minimal time investment. The […]
Weekly Market Recap – August 4, 2025
Azzad MarketWeek Stocks fell last week as investors assessed progress on trade negotiations, new U.S. tariffs, and fresh data on the U.S. economy. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index fell 2.36 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index declined 2.17 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 2.92 percent. Action-Packed Week Stocks largely went sideways over […]
Is My Rental Property Tax Deductible?
Turning a home into a rental property can be a great way to generate income—but it also brings new tax considerations that many property owners aren’t prepared for. This guide is designed to help you navigate the tax implications of renting out your property. It will walk you through key questions to consider and help […]
Weekly Market Recap – July 28, 2025
Azzad MarketWeek Expectation-beating Q2 results from several companies, trade updates, and investor optimism for more trade agreements pushed market averages to solid gains. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index advanced 1.46 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index added 1.02 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 1.26 percent. The MSCI EAFE Index, which tracks developed […]
Medicare Flowchart
Determining when to enroll in Medicare can be complicated. Depending on your situation, you may be automatically enrolled, or you may have to enroll proactively. If you must follow the initial enrollment period rules, there is the added complication of determining when coverage starts. To help you make this analysis a little easier, we’ve created […]
Weekly Market Recap – July 21, 2025
Azzad MarketWeek Stocks were mixed last week, battling through tariff talk while responding to upbeat quarterly corporate reports and a trove of updates on the economy. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index rose 0.59 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index added 1.51 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average decreased 0.07 percent. Economic News All three […]
Azzad Mid-Year Market Update: Navigate the Second Half with Confidence
Weekly Market Recap – July 7, 2025
Azzad MarketWeek Stocks were slightly lower last week, while looking past news of fresh U.S. tariffs on nearly two dozen countries. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index fell 0.31 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index edged lower by 0.08 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 1.02 percent. The MSCI EAFE Index, which tracks developed […]
