Is a Landlord Allowed to Charge Late Fees?
Rav Yosef Kushner Question: When a landlord rents an apartment to a tenant, is he allowed to write in the contract that the tenant will be charged a fee if his rent is late? Answer: Charging a late fee on…
Is It Permitted For a Vendor to Offer Credit at an Inflated Price?
Rav Yosef Kushner Question: I am a vendor who sells merchandise to a large, Jewish-owned store. Common practice is to present an invoice upon delivery, with payment due in 60 days. I want to offer them a 2% discount if…
Is There Any Way For a Musician to Ask for Money In Advance?
Rav Yosef Kushner Question: Workers often need cash upfront and cannot wait until the job begins. Is there any way for them to get around the problem of pesika? Answer: In a case where an item is for sale and…
Is It Permitted to Pay a Musician in Advance of a Simcha?
Rav Yosef Kushner Question: I am making a simcha and want to hire a specific musician. He asked for payment upfront and offered me a discount if I prepay. Is this permitted or is it a problem of pesika? Answer:…
Am I Allowed to Prepay For a Bungalow Rental?
Rabbi Yosef Kushner Case: I want to rent a bungalow for the summer and I found one that is available. The owner says that I can reserve the bungalow if I sign a lease and prepay now, while it is…