Zakaat

Taking back zakaat money

Q: I gave my zakaat to a lady to purchase a blender to start her business after she informed me that she was eligible to collect Zakaat. Later I found out from her that she used the money for unnecessary things and had no intention of furthering her business. She still has the balance of the money. Do I take the balance and give it to someone who is deserving of Zakaat?

Zakaat on land purchased with the intention of resale

Q: A person purchased land abroad with the intention to sell and make profit 8 years ago. The price of this land has risen, thought is stagnant at present. However due to a decline in foreign investors in the country the market for foreign companies purchasing land from individuals is at a standstill. Therefore being unable to sell this land for the foreseeable future would one be required to pay zakaat on this? If so, at what price? i.e market or purchase price?