Is buying a house on mortgage allowed in islam? Here in uk some ulama say it is allowed due to the high cost of living ,is this true?

Answer:

It is not permissible to purchase a house on interest (mortgage). One may
fulfil his need by renting a house.

and Allah Ta’ala Knows Best

Mufti Ebrahim Desai

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