Is it permissible to obtain an interest-bearing loan guaranteed by home renovation invoices to settle burdensome debts, resulting from the husband and his siblings relinquishing their share of the inheritance to appease their mother?

A mother is not permitted to compel her children to relinquish their share of an inheritance, and obedience is not obligatory in such a matter. It is also unlawful for the beneficiary of the relinquishment to take this share, as it is not given willingly. Inheritance was divided by Allah Himself, and He defined its limits. The husband has the right to claim his share and to retract an involuntary relinquishment.

As for the loan, if it is interest-based, it is not permissible except in cases of dire necessity, such as the risk of imprisonment for not paying debts. However, if funds can be obtained through permissible means, such as reclaiming the inheritance or using Murabaha (Tawarruq), then there is no necessity. We advise seeking Allah’s help in settling debts.