Wishing to sell a house she owns while her mother disagrees

Q: A woman who rents her flat discovers that the renters practice unlawful activities in it. Thus, she decides to sell it to repay her debts and invest the rest of her money in purely lawful ways, (Part No. 25; Page No. 267) free from doubt. So she may have lawful gains to fulfill her needs. However, her mother opposes selling the flat; should she sell it or not?

A: Since you own the flat and no one has any right in it e.g. Mortgage, it is permissible for you to sell it and dispose of its price. You are also free to keep and lease it to those who would not do sinful acts in it. As for your mother, she should not oppose such a sale. We advise you to talk leniently to her and convince her kindly and abstain from harsh treatment.May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.