The Blake Advantage

Elevate your business.

Empowering our sales professionals with top-tier leadership training and support that consistently delivers exceptional results for our clients.

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices is among the few organizations entrusted to use the Berkshire Hathaway name—a name that represents strength, integrity, stability, and longevity to buyers and sellers worldwide. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices network members, and every real estate professional who operates under the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices name, reflects these same values in the services and skills they provide for their clients.

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LEARN THEIR WHY.

  • "BHHS Blake is at the forefront of forward thinking brokerage firms in the region. The culture promoted at the firm establishes a level of support and camaraderie that is unmatched in the industry. The firm's leading edge approach has been a major contributing factor to my success in commercial real estate brokerage."

    Antonio Johnson

  • "When we were on our own as Tinkham Real Estate, we took ourselves as far as we could, and did very well, BUT we could not keep up with the technology. After a five year search we joined Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, Blake. Our clients still get the personal service, with the big name backing of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, with all the fancy technology. This company offers more than any other. We are so thankful to be with the best."

    Rick & Pam Tinkham

  • "When I was looking for a real estate brokerage to work for, Berkshire Hathaway Blake Realtors was my first and only firm I interviewed with. I knew right away their core values aligned perfectly with mine. I have been with BHHS for three years now, and I have received so much support, assistance and opportunity from not only colleagues, and office manager but even our President. Whenever people ask which company I work with, I'm always happy to tell them Berkshire Hathaway."

    Emily Dessingue

  • "I love being a part of BHHS Blake because I know there is someone I can always go to for support, whether it’s training, goal-setting, game planning, networking, or just some advice. Both in my office and company wide. Everyone knows how important company culture is, and ours is unmatched. It really shows through that this franchise started as a small family owned brokerage, especially from our amazing, hands-on president Jay, who treats everyone like a vital part of our big family. Our industry is competitive enough, it’s reassuring to be apart of a team that is supportive & respectful of each others hustle. I get to promote my brand as well as stand behind one of the most respected brands across the globe. It’s a win-win!"

    Gina Barrera

  • "I love being a Realtor with BHHS Blake because of the people and support we receive. I have worked in other real estate offices, and the energy here is so much more positive. The agents work together and support each other, rather than compete."

    Anja Schuessler

  • "The support from the colleagues is unmatched. If you don't run into them at the office they are a phone call away to answer questions at any time. Everyone's always willing to help or lend a hand. And there's always dogs to hang out with at the office!"

    Antoinette Farina

  • “In 2005 I first met Jeff and Jay Christiana when they walked into my real estate office. Since they bought my company, Van Buren Properties, in Kinderhook Village they have both and their spouses treated us like we are part of their family. We love working with everyone at Berkshire Hathaway from the admins in the home office to the agents in North Greenbush and Kinderhook. No regrets.”

    Karen & Jack Van Buren

  • "My office manager Stephanie Cuva, it is one of the reasons that I have become as successful as I have in the last 3 1/2 years. She has provided me with knowledge, love, friendship, guidance, and counseling when needed lol She has been the driving force behind me! Not only Stephanie, but we have so many loving and supportive people in our office, all of the offices, that just make you feel like family! The training that you receive at Berkshire hathaway brings you much knowledge and gives you a level of confidence to do the best job possible! The president of our company, Jason Christiana, treats everyone like they are part of his family and makes everyone feel welcomed no matter who you are! That is a great feeling! The admin‘s in our office are always there to help and assist you at times even with things that don’t fall under there job duties"

    Tanya DeSanto

  • "I’m honored and privileged to have had, and continue to have, a very successful long full-time Real Estate career at BHHS. Most importantly I’m thankful to be with the same Broker/Owners I started my career with 32 years ago. Jeff and Jay Christiana are incredible leaders. Honest, trust worthy, hardworking, supportive, caring, and forward thinking. Our leadership and management team are constantly adapting to change. They provide our agents with the best education available, relevant tools, and resources to help us all excel and flourish. Jay and Jeff genuinely care about their agent’s success."

    Sandra Nardoci

  • "My manager always has my back, and always has time to help. They are always trying to give us more tools to use. Friendly and nice, never act competitive with others in the office. Great company!"

    Rebecca Probst

  • "Changing careers was a scary thought, however from the moment I signed on 2 years ago I have never looked back. The mentorship and guidance from Karen, along with the support from not only fellow agents yet right up to Jay, truly show what a nurturing, compassionate company this is and help you learn and grow as an agent and a team all in one. It is more than I imagined it would be and I am truly thankful."

    Beth DeMatteo

  • "I have worked for multiple brokerages and BHHS Blake by far has the best culture. You really are part of the family!"

    Linda Cusma

  • "Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Blake, REALTORS® has a family atmosphere. The agents, administration, managers... everyone is always willing to help one another. The support we receive as agents is outstanding and the drive for us to succeed professionally is always encouraged. The training available is endless, as there is always something to learn, even for the most experienced agents as each transaction is different. I feel my manager looks for quality in an agent rather than quantity, making BHHS Blake agents, the best of the best!"

    Loretta Martin

Meet the Team

  • Jason Christiana

    REAL ESTATE BROKER / OWNER

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  • Ryan Clark

    ASSOCIATE REAL ESTATE BROKER / CAPITAL REGION GROUP

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  • Andrew Mangini

    ASSOCIATE REAL ESTATE BROKER / COMMERCIAL DIVISION

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  • Scott Cross

    ASSOCIATE REAL ESTATE BROKER / QUEENSBURY / SARATOGA SPRINGS

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  • Karen Westman

    ASSOCIATE REAL ESTATE BROKER / NORTH GREENBUSH / KINDERHOOK

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  • Stephanie Cuva

    ASSOCIATE REAL ESTATE BROKER / ALBANY

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  • Eleanor Linda Cusma

    DIRECTOR OF MARKETING

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  • Theresa DeNofio

    CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

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  • Jo-Ann White

    REAL ESTATE BROKER / SARATOGA SPRINGS

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Our Footprint

With 8 strategic office locations across the region, we provide great access to our company’s resources for our agents. We also believe in giving back to our community every year through charitable donations. When our clients choose to work with us, they are supporting countless local organizations including but not limited to:

  • Make-A-Wish Foundation

  • American Cancer Society

  • Best Buddies Albany

  • Relay for Life

  • Shelters of Saratoga & Saratoga Preservation Society

  • Ring of Hope Boxing Club

  • Sunshine Kids

  • Saratoga Alzheimer’s Association

  • Saint Baldrick’s Foundation

  • Caring Together - Ovarian Cancer Support

  • Junior Achievement of Northeastern New York

  • The American Heart Association

  • Building on Love, Inc.

  • United Way

  • YMCA Circle of Champs

  • The National Brain Tumor Association

  • The Addictions Care Center of Albany

  • The Saratoga Hospital Foundation

  • Habitat for Humanity

  • Northern Rivers & The Tyler DeMarco Foundations

  • Making Strides Against Cancer

  • The Quest for Grace Foundation

  • & more!

Included as a BHHS Blake Agent:

  • Zero Desk Fees

  • Office Administrative Support (Monday-Friday)

  • Professional Headshots and Personal Marketing Photos

  • National Support Call Center

  • Business E-Mail and Online Business Storage

  • Office Phone Extension

  • Color Printing

  • Personalized Agent Website & Mobile App

  • Automated Individual Property Websites & Videos

  • Customer Relationship Management System (CRM)

  • Automated Social Media Marketing

  • Automated Personalized Digital Marketing

  • Automated E-Mail Campaigns

  • Vendor Discounts

  • Open House Print & Online Advertising

  • Sign Installs, Repairs & Removals

  • Company Provided Training

  • Annual Awards & Recognition Event

  • One-on-One Training and Accountability with Managing Broker (if desired)

Elevate.

Our future is bright. We just launched a 10,000 square foot HUB office in Albany that serves as a co-op workspace for anyone in the company. Attend scheduled trainings to better your skills as an agent in our 35 person conference room, collaborate with leaders of the company and other successful agents, hook up to one of our many workspaces and enjoy multiple screens for productivity, enjoy complimentary coffee with our deluxe machine or grab a snack/lunch from the on-site vending. We’re here to help you build your business better.

In addition, we have many office locations in prominent and strategic places across the Capital Region, including a long time office on Broadway in Saratoga Springs.

The History of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Blake

Blake Realty was founded in 1922 by Samuel E. Blake and in 1954 was incorporated as Blake Realty, Inc. In 1968 the first branch office was opened in Amsterdam, New York and in 1970 divisions were developed to serve various segments of our business including residential, commercial, relocation, investment and development.

Since then Blake Realty has actively engaged in an extensive merger and acquisition campaign, creating affiliations with over 20 leading real estate companies serving various areas of Northeastern New York.

Through these efforts Blake Realty has attracted many of the top professionals in our industry and expanded our marketplace to cover an area of more than 65,000 square miles.

The most dramatic change in our organization took place in February 2015, when Blake Realty became a part of the most admired and prestigious company in the world ... Berkshire Hathaway (repeatedly ranking in the top 4 as the most respected brand in the world by Barron's).

We are prepared to face the challenges of the Real Estate industry by providing our sales associates and clients with the most innovative marketing concepts available.

In our goal to help our sales associates become the most successful in the industry our training programs are second to none (available on both the national and local level).

For almost 100 years and four generations of local family direction, we are dedicated to continued growth, leadership and ser­vice throughout upstate New York.

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