Malak Kudaimi

Malak Kudaimi is a trained financial coach who helps Muslim women manage and invest their money in a halal way. You can find her on Instagram at @itsmalakkudaimi.

Investing

The Muslim Women's Guide to Investing

How often do you hear about women investing in the stock market? If you’re like most people, probably not very frequently. That’s because investing is typically seen as the domain of men, and even the words used to describe the process of investing tend to be very masculine.

Retirement

4 Ways to Purify Your 401(k) from Haram Earnings

A note to the reader: In my last piece, I shared the importance of a 401(k) retirement account and explored the different ways you can set it up in a halal way. Below, we’re going to focus on some practical ways you can cleanse any impermissible earnings in

Retirement

Is My 401(k) Plan Halal?

A note to the reader: In this article, I will be using the term “401(k)” for the sake of simplicity. This article will also apply to you if your employer offers you a 403(b) or a 457 plan. The terms and conditions of these types of accounts are

Retirement

4 Reasons Why You Can't Rely on Social Security or State Pensions for Retirement

Do you have money taken out of your paycheck every month that you're hoping to see again when you put your feet up and stop working? Are you hoping this money will help cover your costs in retirement? I’d suggest you reconsider that plan. Social Security (US) or your