Youth,
I assume you are attempting to define the terms in a property division context.
A home is real property, and any equity in a home is an asset that may be divided in an equitable distribution proceeding or Separation Agreement. Typically in a divorce instrument, whether it’s a court order or Separation Agreement, any provision related to equity in a home is dealt with in a section regarding real property.
Pension benefits are not real property, but the benefits are not typically thought of in a divorce context as personal property either. Typically in a divorce instrument, pension benefit provisions are separate from both real property and personal property provisions.
I hope that helps.
David L. McGuire
Attorney
The Rosen Law Firm
4101 Lake Boone Trail, Suite 200
Raleigh, North Carolina 27607
NCdivorce.com
(919)787-6668
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