Technically, descent refers to the passage of real property, and distribution refers to the passage of personal property.

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Descent is the legal process of transferring real property to surviving family members or heirs when an owner dies without a will. Distribution is the legal process of transferring personal property to the beneficiaries named in a will or to the heirs if there is no will.

Technically, Descent Refers to the Passage of Real Property, and Distribution