Is an executor of estate the same as an executor of will or trustee?

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An executor of estate can also be called an executor of will, but neither is the same as a trustee. An executor oversees the distribution of assets of an estate under the supervision of a court. A trustee manages a trust, ensuring its instructions are carried out. In some cases, this can begin before a person passes and can continue for years or even decades. Unlike executors, trustees normally don’t report to a court.