Marriage Finance Expert: Mehrs, Prenups, Second Wives & More! | Ep 48 - Khizar Muhammad

In this  episode of Muslim Money Talk, Areeb Siddiqui speaks with Khizar Muhammad, a Shariah scholar and Islamic finance professional, about the often-overlooked intersection of money and marriage in Muslim communities. They explore topics such as mahr (dowry), prenups, financial expectations, marital communication, and societal shifts that are reshaping how Muslim couples approach marriage today.

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Show Notes: 

00:00 - Trailer 

02:40 - Eid weddings & reflections on the marriage industry

04:13 -  Khizar’s public speaking nerves and nikah khutbah advice

05:34  - Core purpose of marriage in Islam

07:21 - Decline in societal trust and rise of adversarial prenups

10:47 -Khizar's Personal Journey to Islamic Studies

18:34 - Communication Issues in Marital Finances

29:28 - Understanding Mahar as a Gift, Not Failsafe

39:25 - Prenups and Marriage Contract Conditions

46:30 - Financial Rights and Responsibilities in Islam

53:10 - Lessons from Afghanistan and Beyond

01:07:25 - Closing Thoughts and Farewells