Bud Zeller is the esteemed Owner of Zeller Realty, Sierra Properties, based in Diamond Springs, CA, serving the entire El Dorado County region in the Sierra Foothills. With a career spanning over five decades, Bud began his real estate journey in 1964, acquiring his sales license and immersing himself in the principles of real estate. By the 1970s, his passion for teaching led him to a professorship at the Los Rios College District, where he has been a fixture for 56 years, educating students across four colleges in real estate principles, practice, and finance. He continues to influence the field as the Executive Editor of the widely used textbook, "California Real Estate Practices," and was given special recognition by Fulsom Lake College for his contribution.

Bud's extensive credentials underscore his profound expertise and dedication. He has been honored with the Realtor Emeritus designation from the National Association of Realtors for over Fifty years of service, and holds a range of prestigious accreditation's including GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute), SRES (Seniors Real Estate Specialist), CRS (Certified Residential Specialist), RECS (Real Estate Cabernet Society), and CREA (Certified Real Estate Agent). His background includes a Bachelor’s in Business Administration and degrees in Home-building and General Engineering, complemented by licenses in general contracting and property development.

Alongside his professional pursuits, Bud is committed to enhancing public education and economic opportunities. Bud has a goal of working towards a Master’s Degree in Career Education from Sacramento State College, aiming to mentor future generations in public education, economic prospects, and the evolving practices of the real estate industry. His dedication to both real estate and education has left a lasting impact on his community and the field.