Is the father justified in his repeated requests for things such as copies of official documents and a list of movables, after prior agreement on the dowry and the Shabka, and do these actions inspire trust?

The questioner is advised to have a good opinion of his fiancée's father, as his actions are justifiable, and requesting the list (of furnishings/dowry items) is permissible as it documents the wife's right. If the questioner cannot bear the expenses, he should inform them. He is not obliged to pay the mahr (dowry) before the عقد (aqd - marriage contract). He is also advised to reconcile with his fiancée's father or delegate someone to mediate with him, and not to break off the engagement, especially if the woman is religious.