Islamic Home Finance Seminar | Des Plaines, Illinois

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Join us in person to learn all about Murabaha home financing and the path to buying your home through a faith-based lens.

Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make, and understanding your options is the first step. Join us for an educational, beginner-friendly workshop designed to help you navigate homeownership with clarity, confidence, and guidance rooted in Islamic finance principles.

Hosted by VP Midwest Sales Manager Hina Ahmed Madha and Mortgage Advisor Abdullah Omar Talukder, this seminar will walk you through Murabaha financing, how it differs from conventional lending, and what to expect throughout the home financing process.

We are also honored to be joined by Shaykh Abdullah Muhammad Ashraf, Resident Scholar for Barakah Mortgage, who will provide scholarly insight into the foundations of Murabaha and help attendees better understand the Islamic finance principles behind the structure.

Whether you’re exploring your first home purchase, comparing your financing options, or simply want to understand how faith-based home financing works, this event will provide practical next steps and meaningful education for your journey.

What We’ll Cover

What makes home financing halal?

Murabaha financing vs. conventional mortgages

The step-by-step Murabaha home financing process

The Islamic finance principles behind Murabaha

What to expect when working with a faith-based home financier

How to prepare for a smoother home-buying journey

Live Q&A with experienced mortgage advisors and scholar guidance

Who Should Attend

First-time homebuyers

Families preparing for homeownership

Anyone curious about halal or faith-based home financing

Current homeowners exploring faith-based options

Realtors and industry partners wanting to better understand Murabaha transactions

Why You’ll Love This Workshop

You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of the halal path to homeownership, practical guidance from experienced mortgage professionals, and scholarly insight from Barakah Mortgage’s Resident Scholar.

No pressure. No confusing jargon. Just real education, community connection, and the information you need to take your next step with confidence.

We look forward to talking business and showing you our latest greatest marketing materials.

The Murabaha mortgage product option entails qualified buyers entering into a Temporary Agency agreement with the financier. The buyer makes monthly payments of cost plus profit on an installment loan, but does not pay interest. The custom documentation used includes an Installment Credit Sale Contract and Security Instrument. The transaction will still require all other state and federally required documents. Applicant is subject to credit and underwriting approval. Restrictions apply. Fasih Siddiqui NMLS #1022712

Guaranteed Rate, Inc. D/B/A Citywide Home Mortgage. Guaranteed Rate, Inc. D/B/A Barakah Mortgage, NMLS 2611 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org) Headquarters: 3940 N Ravenswood Chicago, IL 60613; (866) 508-5515. GA: Residential Mortgage

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