Harper v. Harper

This case presents two questions concerning the characterization and equitable distribution of certain property as marital property under Maryland Code (1974, 1980 Repl. Vol.) § 3-6A-01 (e) of the Courts and Judicial Proceedings Article. More particularly, it initially presents the question whether real property, purchased under an installment contract and paid for in part before marriage and in part during marriage, is marital property. Additionally, it presents the question whether a marital residence constructed on that real property during marriage is marital property.

The relevant…