Seek friends' assistance who have bought houses without mortgage. They were able to find good deals because of good research. As well, their firm anti-interest commitment made them look harder into other options. One of the neighbors told a new homeowner that he wanted to buy the same house for a long time but could not figure out whom to approach. The house had been advertised for six months in a newspaper.
Information is certainly power.
They are good houses, which you can buy at 50 to 60 percent below market price. If you can save enough money or can get an interest-free loan for two or three years through friends and relatives, you can buy a house for cash. Buying for cash makes your offer more attractive to some sellers. You will be able to get a better deal. One Muslim I know was able to reduce the asking price by 14 percent because of his cash offer.