Islamic Finance Blog

Expert guides on Zakat, Ramadan obligations, and Islamic wealth management. Everything you need to fulfill your financial duties with confidence.

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Ramadan

Zakat al-Fitr 2027: How Much to Pay, When & Who Must Pay It

Complete guide to Zakat al-Fitr obligations for Ramadan 2027. Learn the exact amount, payment deadline, and who qualifies.

📅 March 2026📖 10 min read
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Guide

Zakat vs Sadaqah: Key Differences Every Muslim Should Know

Understand the essential differences between Zakat and Sadaqah — when each is obligatory, who receives it, and how they complement each other.

📅 March 2026📖 8 min read
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Finance

Is Zakat Due on 401(k), IRA & Retirement Accounts?

Scholarly opinions on Zakat obligations for retirement savings, pension plans, and employer-matched contributions in the US, UK, and Canada.

📅 March 2026📖 9 min read
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Ramadan

When Is Ramadan 2027? Start Date, Calendar & Key Dates

Expected Ramadan 2027 start date, daily schedule, Laylat al-Qadr predictions, and Eid al-Fitr date with a complete Islamic calendar.

📅 March 2026📖 7 min read
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Guide

How to Calculate Zakat on Salary & Income: Step-by-Step Guide

Learn whether Zakat applies to your monthly salary, how to calculate it correctly, and the difference between income Zakat and wealth Zakat.

📅 March 2026📖 9 min read
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Finance

Zakat on Property & Real Estate: What You Owe in 2026

Is Zakat due on your home, rental properties, or land investments? Complete guide to real estate Zakat with practical examples.

📅 March 2026📖 10 min read
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Essential

Nisab Threshold Explained: Gold vs Silver Standard in 2026

Why there are two Nisab values, which one to use, and how to check if your wealth exceeds the minimum threshold for Zakat.

📅 March 2026📖 8 min read
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Business

Zakat on Business Assets & Inventory: Complete Guide for Entrepreneurs

How to calculate Zakat on your business — from inventory and receivables to cash reserves and equipment. With real-world examples.

📅 March 2026📖 11 min read
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Essential

Who Can Receive Zakat? The 8 Categories of Zakat Recipients

Detailed explanation of the eight categories mentioned in the Quran who are eligible to receive Zakat, with modern-day examples.

📅 March 2026📖 9 min read
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Inheritance

Islamic Inheritance Rules: How Shares Are Divided According to Quran

Complete guide to Mirath (Islamic inheritance) — fixed shares for heirs, the role of a will, and how to distribute an estate correctly.

📅 March 2026📖 12 min read