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About Our Company

Founded in 2009

Jerry Centner, the Designated Broker and Managing Member of Red Hawk Property Management, is a third generation Arizona Native. After serving five years in the US Army as an investigator and a successful management career with one of the largest International Delivery Companies in the world, based in Australia, he founded or co-founded several local companies which are still extremely successful today. In the early 2000’s, Jerry became active in the Phoenix real estate market. He started his formal training with Coldwell Banker and quickly became a top agent in the areas of single-family homes sales, and the sale of small multifamily properties. Jerry wanted to learn all that he could about the real estate industry, so he spent the next few years gaining additional experience at RE/MAX, Russ Lyon, and Long Realty.

From the beginning of Jerry Centner’s real estate career, he wanted to form a professional, transparent real estate management company that focused on the needs of the landlord. He dreamed of a company that would be honest with all parties, but that would work for and with the property owners.

After being a top REO agent for numerous banks, Jerry Centner and Tina Hatch began to plan their own real estate brokerage. The new company, which would later become Red Hawk Property Management, would specialize in the management of single-family homes, condos, and townhomes for the benefit of the Landlord. Our goal would be to always be honest and responsive to the tenants, but our fiduciary responsibility would be to our client, the landlord.

In early 2009, Red Hawk Realty LLC was formed and the doors opened at our Mesa, AZ office. Our goal was, and still is, to provide the latest technology, have cost-effective and transparent rates, and be an accurate and professional property management company servicing all of Maricopa and Northern Pinal Counties. Red Hawk Realty started with about 10 properties and is currently successfully managing approximately 400 properties.

Red Hawk Property Management is an equal opportunity housing provider. We fully comply with the Federal Fair Housing Act. We do not discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin.

Meet Some of the Key Staff Members of the Red Hawk Property Management Team

Jerry Centner

Designated Broker/Owner

Jerry has been in the real estate business for 12+ years with extensive experience in sales, REO’s, and property management. Jerry started this company in 2009 and has focused on making Red Hawk Property Management the best property management company in Arizona. Jerry has been married for over 35 years to his bride Brenda, they have three wonderful sons, Alex, Andy and Stephen, and his two Grandsons who he loves dearly. Jerry met his wife Brenda on "Spring Break" on the beach in Mexico. She was a Nursing Student from Minnesota and the rest is history.

Jerry enjoys spending time with his family, fishing, exploring new off road trails, and reading. He is blessed beyond belief to have a career that he loves so much. Should you have a property that you would like Red Hawk Property Management to manage, feel free to give Jerry a call.

Alex Centner

Asset Manager/Realtor

Alex, attended ASU School of Business and is just short of graduating. Alex has been with Red Hawk Property Management from the very beginning. He received his real estate license in 2006 and has worked in Property Management for over 5 years. Alex is married to his beautiful wife Jen, and has two incredible sons, Ayden and Jaxon.

As the Asset Manager, Alex works to protect your asset and is skilled in marketing vacant properties. He also inspects the properties when we first take on management, after any rent ready repairs are complete, prior to the tenant moving in, and after a tenant has moved out of the property. If you have a question regarding the market rent rate, or any questions about your home while it is vacant, Alex is the person to call.

Jen Centner

Operations Manager/Realtor

Jen has been with Red Hawk Property Management since 2011 and received her Real Estate License in 2013. Before working at Red Hawk Property Management Jen received her Paralegal Certificate while working at a family law firm in Phoenix. She earned her Bachelor of Music Degree with a minor in Business from the Southern Illinois University of Edwardsville in 2009.

Jen has served in many positions with our company and works diligently to answer any questions that you have. She is now the Operations Manager for the company. Should you ever have a question about your monthly owner statement or your rental taxes, you can always contact Jen.

Jen is married to Alex and together have Jerry’s first Grandsons, Ayden and Jaxon.

Bob Mannon

Associate Broker

Bob Mannon has 25 years experience building and marketing over 400 homes in the Seattle, Washington area. He was a residential builder and condominium developer for 20 years. With experience as both buyer and seller in transactions involving residential lots, condos and homes, Bob has gained special insight into his clients and customers special needs. In 2002, Bob and wife Candy built their custom home in the Copper Canyon neighborhood of beautiful Las Sendas Mountain. With this added experience, Bob is a great resource for clients who are building a luxury custom home. Bob’s resume also includes 12 years in private golf club management, culminating with the Presidency of Inglewood Golf Club in Seattle.

Bob also owns a number of rental properties and has been involved in many 1031 exchanges and can provide extremely helpful information to prospective investors.

Se Habla Espanol - Bob Lived in Barcelona, Spain, for 5 years where he taught English. As a result, Bob is fluent in Spanish - a huge asset in Arizona.

Candy Mannon

Realtor

Candy graduated from San Jose State University in California. After graduating from college, she went on a six month trip to Europe. Soon after arriving in Spain, she met Bob in an American Express office. Upon returning to the United States, they got married. Two years later they went back to Spain to live for five years. During that time they taught English to Spaniards and became fluent in Spanish. After returning from Spain, they moved to Seattle and eventually owned their own home building business called Mannon Homes. Candy worked in the business until she decided to go back to school to get her teaching credential and Masters in Teaching. After moving to Arizona, Candy started teaching in the Scottsdale School District while her husband became a Realtor and then an Associate Broker. Three years ago, Candy retired from teaching and became a Realtor. Candy now works with Bob at Red Hawk Property Management.

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Testimonials

Until I found Jerry and the Red Hawk management team I found myself struggling to manage my own rentals. His diligent screening process and hands on management team have kept my units consistently rented. I thank him and recommend Red Hawk Realty to anyone owning investment property. Keep up the great work!

Steve Snyder

I have written so few letters like this over the years but I felt compelled to write you both. When I first called your office I was surprised that someone actually answered the phone on a Saturday morning. You see I had called several other property management companies and had left messages with not one of them calling me back…

Susan and Matt G.

My partner and I have owned investment property in Arizona since 2004. I’ve worked with three other property management firms, larger, professional firms, and husband and wife teams. Each firm we have worked with has failed to meet our expectations. Our expectations, simply put, were to manage it as if you owned it, high integrity, honest…

Mark & Michelle

They are the best management company ever. Rented from them for two years and they always responded when we reached out to them.

Bobby and Karen W.

Alex did an excellent job on our move out inspection. Professional and honest. He also was easy to talk with. We did a little damage to two closet doors and were happy to pay for that. He was direct and to the point.

Bill G.

Today is a happy and a sad day. My wife and I are moving back to Texas after living in Gilbert for the past three years. We have enjoyed renting from Red Hawk for the past three years and will miss the interactions that we have had with the office staff. Everyone always seemed to enjoy what they do, and had a smile both on the phone and in person. We will miss you guys.

Hanke and Gwen

First review ever. Great job letting my husband and I travel and enjoy our retirement. We knew that our properties were being well taken care of. We will continue to recommend you to both family and friends.

Ernest and Birdie

I only wish Red Hawk had an office in Texas. You are the standard that I judge others by and no one even comes close to Red Hawk.

Rusty W.

My wife and I have been renting from you for over seven years. We are relocating to Utah for work, but wanted Red Hawk Property Management to know we will miss you. You always treated us with respect and were quick to respond to any issue.

Jaime T.