🏡 Rights & responsibilities · #80

How should husband and wife prepare for old age?

Plan early in terms of finances, health, housing and property matters. These include retirement savings, Shariah-compliant health cover, a home suitable for the elderly, and well-organised documents. A will (wasiat) and hibah (lifetime gifts) can help, but the rules differ according to circumstances; it is good to discuss them with the state Islamic religious affairs office or an accredited Islamic estate planner. Keep close ties with your children too. See preparing for death and family finances.

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This answer is general reference, not a fatwa. For your situation, consult the religious affairs office, a Syarie lawyer or your state Syariah Court.

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