Do the bonuses or financial percentages that the student union receives from medical equipment agents in exchange for securing discounted offers for students fall under the category of gifts mentioned in the Prophet's (peace be upon him) hadith: "Why did you not stay in your father's and mother's house and see whether you would be given a gift or not?" And does adding a specific amount to the price of the equipment to cover this "bonus" or "commission," without taking it directly from the agent, constitute a violation of the condition of immediate exchange (taqabud) in sales, and is this commission forbidden?
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The student union members act as agents for the students in providing services, and they must act in the best interest of their principals. It is not permissible for union members to accept a reward from selling companies without the knowledge of those who appointed them. Adding a fictitious amount to invoices to benefit from the difference, or selling what was purchased to students for more than its original price—all of this is impermissible because it is a breach of trust and taking students' money unjustly. However, it is permissible to agree upon a fee for the services provided.
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