What is the general ruling concerning adding an increase to the rent upon subleasing?
General Chapter
Al-Mughni
Book of Leasing
Primary text
The general ruling is that increasing the rent upon subleasing is permissible, similar to selling a purchased item after taking possession.
Supporting text
Ibn Al-Musayyib, Abu Salamah, Ibn Sirin, Mujahid, 'Ikrimah, Al-Sha'bi, and Al-Nakha'i disliked the increase absolutely because it falls under profiting from what is not guaranteed.