What is the ruling on handling the registration of a sold plot of land, if documenting its true price with the notary requires paying exorbitant sums of money (more than 13% for the notary and 3% in state taxes), knowing that the questioner cannot afford this amount?
The Fatwa's Summary: The ruling on what the certifier pays for the certification process differs. If the certifier is appointed by the state, the fee is considered a compulsory tax, and its ruling depends on the ruling concerning taxes. However, if the certification is a task chosen by the certifier, then he has the right to take the agreed-upon fee, while lying remains forbidden.
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