Is A Person Who Lives With His Father Liable For The Payment Of Zakat?

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Is a person who lives with his father liable for the payment of zakat?

Ownership of the property is essential in Islam. Even if a person lives with his/her father, if s/he is in possession of goods in nisab amount, s/he is liable for paying zakat. However, if they have not separated their properties and earn and cover expenses jointly, the one who is in power of disposition of these goods in hand is the one liable for paying zakat.

Source: Presidency Of Religious Affairs The Turkey, High Board of Religious Affairs FATWA