Henkilöomaisuus
Henkilöomaisuus, meaning personal property in Finnish, refers to movable assets that are owned by an individual and are not considered real estate. This category encompasses a wide range of items that a person possesses, such as furniture, vehicles, clothing, electronics, and other personal belongings. In legal contexts, henkilöomaisuus is distinct from kiinteistöomaisuus, which denotes immovable property like land and buildings.
The ownership and transfer of henkilöomaisuus are governed by Finnish law, primarily through the Contract Law
Disputes related to personal property can arise in various situations, such as division of assets during divorce,