SP Funds
Profit Rate
Contact for rates
Min Down
Contact
States
All 50
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
SP Funds — All 50 States
🌎 Nationwide coverage
Available in all 50 US states
UIF Corporation (incl. LARIBA legacy) — All 50 States
🌎 Nationwide coverage
Available in all 50 US states
SP Funds
Dallas-based halal ETF provider offering SPUS (SP Funds S&P 500 Sharia Industry Exclusions ETF) and SPSK (sukuk ETF) — AAOIFI-certified Sharia-compliant exchange-traded funds with 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.
SP Funds
SP Funds is our top recommendation for cost-conscious US Muslim investors seeking AAOIFI-certified halal ETFs with no minimum investment. SPUS is the most straightforward halal S&P 500 exposure available. SPRE is unique — the only halal global REIT ETF in the US market. Available on all major brokerages at an expense ratio of 0.45%.
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.
Full reviewRatings based on independent editorial research. No provider pays to receive a higher score.
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.
Yes. SP Funds is licensed in all 50 US states.
Yes. UIF Corporation (incl. LARIBA legacy) is licensed in all 50 US states.
SP Funds: Dallas-based halal ETF provider offering SPUS (SP Funds S&P 500 Sharia Industry Exclusions ETF) and SPSK (sukuk ETF) — AAOIFI-certified Sharia-compliant exchange-traded funds with low expense ratios, available on any US brokerage. 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.