Cutting off lights and water from a tenant until overdue rent is paid

· 22 Safar 1447 AH1 min readEnglish
Business and DealingsIjaarahHiring and Renting

Question

Can I cut off lights and water from a tenant until overdue rent is paid?

Answer

Yes

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

Answered by
Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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