Devon Bank
Profit Rate
7% – 8%
Min Down
20%
States
20 states
Verified
Yes
UIF Corporation (incl. LARIBA legacy)
Profit Rate
6.99% – 7.99%
Min Down
20%
States
All 50
Verified
Yes
Overall Score
Sharia Compliance
Transparency
Customer Service
Devon Bank — 20 States
UIF Corporation (incl. LARIBA legacy) — All 50 States
🌎 Nationwide coverage
Available in all 50 US states
Devon Bank
Chicago-based community bank offering Islamic home financing since 2003. Located on Devon Avenue, Chicago's famous international corridor. FDIC-insured, ISNA-certified. Independently rated 4.5/5 with particularly strong scores on Sharia compliance.
UIF Corporation (incl. LARIBA legacy)
Michigan-based Islamic finance pioneer offering Musharakah and Ijara home financing since 2003. On April 1, 2026, LARIBA merged into UIF — combining two US Islamic finance pioneers Independently rated 4.7/5 with particularly strong scores on Sharia compliance.
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Overall winner: UIF Corporation (incl. LARIBA legacy) (4.7/5)
UIF Corporation is our top recommendation for Michigan buyers and the best choice for anyone seeking the combined expertise of UIF's Musharakah/Ijara offering and LARIBA's legacy DBCOF model — now unified under one platform after their April 2026 merger. The combined entity has financed over $7.8B in Islamic home purchases and serves all 50 states.
Devon Bank
Devon Bank is our top pick for Chicago-area buyers and for buyers who want to consolidate their banking and home financing at an FDIC-insured institution. Its 80+ year history, full banking services, and ISNA certification make it uniquely trustworthy. Primary limitation is geographic coverage (~20 states).
Full reviewUIF Corporation (incl. LARIBA legacy)
UIF Corporation is our top recommendation for Michigan buyers and the best choice for anyone seeking the combined expertise of UIF's Musharakah/Ijara offering and LARIBA's legacy DBCOF model — now unified under one platform after their April 2026 merger. The combined entity has financed over $7.8B in Islamic home purchases and serves all 50 states.
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Based on Fair Meridian's independent ratings, UIF Corporation (incl. LARIBA legacy) scores higher overall with a 4.7/5 rating. However, the best choice depends on your state, financing structure preference, and specific needs.
Devon Bank serves 20 states: IL, IN, WI, MN, MO, MI, OH, TX, GA, FL and more.
Yes. UIF Corporation (incl. LARIBA legacy) is licensed in all 50 US states.
Devon Bank: Chicago-based community bank offering Islamic home financing since 2003. Located on Devon Avenue, Chicago's famous international corridor. FDIC-insured, ISNA-certified. UIF Corporation (incl. LARIBA legacy): Michigan-based Islamic finance pioneer offering Musharakah and Ijara home financing since 2003. On April 1, 2026, LARIBA merged into UIF — combining two US Islamic finance pioneers. Serves all 50 states. FDIC-insured through University Bank. See the full rating breakdown and product comparison above.