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Robert T. Armstrong

KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES
Troy, MI 48083
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CRD#: 1269827
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Professional summary


Robert Thomas Armstrong JR, who also goes by Robert T Armstrong, Tom Armstrong, is a registered financial advisor currently at KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC located in Troy, Michigan and KESTRA INVESTMENT SERVICES, LLC located in Troy, Michigan.

Robert is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 1984. Robert has worked at 9 firms and has passed the Series 65, Series 63, SIE, Series 31, Series 7, Series 6, Series 24, Series 8 and Series 4 exams.

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Question & Answer


Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

Aliases


Robert T Armstrong | Tom Armstrong

Other business activities


Outside business activity is any business or activity undertaken by an advisor that is outside the scope of their relationship with their firm (e.g., consulting services, real estate, freelance work, teaching, etc.). Investors should stay informed about these activities to ensure no conflicts of interest.
Business Name: Bonnell Foundation Road Map to CF Investment Related: No Address: PO Box 1215 Royal Oak MI 48068 Nature of Business: Board Position (Board of Directors, Board of Trustees, etc.) Position, Title or Relationship: Board Member Start Date: 8/1/2015 Hours per month: 0% - 10% (0 - 16 hours) Hours per month during trading hours: 0% - 10% (0 - 14 hours) Duties: Attend State of Michigan CF Task Force meetings, assist with fund raising events, vote on those seeking financial assistance and scholarships, all volunteer work Business Name: Kestra Advisory Services Investment Related: Yes Address: 5707 Southwest Parkway Bldg 2 Ste 400 Austin TX 78735 Nature of Business: Investment Advisory services through Kestra Advisory Services, LLC Position, Title or Relationship: Financial Advisor Start Date: 8/21/2017 Hours per month: 0% - 10% (0 - 16 hours) Hours per month during trading hours: 0% - 10% (0 - 14 hours) Duties: adhere to Kestra FINRA and SEC rules and regulations Business Name: KB Elliott Financial Advisors Investment Related: Yes Address: 200 E Big Beaver Troy MI 48083 Nature of Business: Registered Rep Activities through Kestra Investment Services, LLC using a DBA name; Investment Advisory services through Kestra Advisory Services, LLC Position, Title or Relationship: Financial advisor Start Date: 8/1/2017 Hours per month: 100%+ (More than 160 hours) Hours per month during trading hours: Up to 100% (0 to 160 hours) Duties: Advise and service clients. Prospect for new client relationships Adhere to Broker Dealer and Reg. Bodies compliance regulations Business Name: BONNELL FOUNDATION POSITION: Mentor NATURE: Foundation to help individuals and families affected by Cystic Fibrosis INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 4 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 08/19/2024 ADDRESS: PO Box 1215, Royal Oak MI 48068 DESCRIPTION: assisting, informing parents on what they can expect, with a child that has Cystic Fibrosis, How I handled the situations with my son. I will not be giving medical advice. I will inform them of the different agencies that can offer financial support, pharmaceutical support. Basically sharing the experiences I've in raising a child with Cystic Fibrosis. This is strictly volunteer work, no compensation.

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA


Click below to view Robert Thomas Armstrong JR's CRS (Customer Relationship Summary).
CRS (Customer Relationship Summary)

Certified licenses


Advisors may have various certifications and credentials from different organizations. AdvisorCheck highlights these seven certifications - AIF®, CFP®, ChFC®, CFA, CLU®, CIMA®, CPWA®
None

Experience


Current

August 23, 2017 - Present

KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC

Office #1: 200 E Big Beaver Ste 102, Troy, MI 48083
RIA
CRD#: 283330
Troy, MI
Current

August 23, 2017 - Present

KESTRA INVESTMENT SERVICES, LLC

Office #1: 200 E. Big Beaver, Troy, MI 48083
BD
CRD#: 42046
Troy, MI
Past

August 13, 2010 - August 25, 2017

WFG ADVISORS, LP

RIA
CRD#: 125073
TROY, MI
Past

August 13, 2010 - August 25, 2017

WFG INVESTMENTS, INC.

BD
CRD#: 22704
TROY, MI
Past

April 5, 2010 - August 19, 2010

AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 6363
TROY, MI
Past

October 5, 2009 - August 19, 2010

AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 6363
TROY, MI
Past

July 16, 1990 - October 5, 2009

AMERIPRISE ADVISOR SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 5979
TROY, MI
Past

October 11, 1985 - July 3, 1990

A. G. EDWARDS & SONS, INC.

BD
CRD#: 4
ST. LOUIS, MO
Past

June 8, 1984 - September 20, 1985

THE EQUITABLE LIFE ASSURANCE SOCIETY OF THE UNITED STATES

BD
CRD#: 4039
Past

June 8, 1984 - September 20, 1985

EQUITABLE ADVISORS, LLC

BD
CRD#: 6627

Primary Firm SEC Registration


This SEC-registered firm can serve clients nationwide. Some states may require the firm to submit a notice filing if the firm has more than 5 clients or a physical office there. You can view these state-level filings under the section titled "State Registrations and Notice Filings".
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KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC
KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC | NFP ADVISOR SERVICES LLC

CRD#: 283330 / SEC#: 801-56126

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (12/31/1998 Approved)

State Registrations and Notice Filings


Listed states reflect where the advisor is authorized to serve clients under state regulations.

IAR
means the advisor is registered as an Investment Advisor Representative in this state and is authorized to provide investment advice to clients there.
RR
indicates the advisor is registered as a Registered Representative in this state, allowing them to offer securities such as stocks, bonds, and mutual funds through a broker-dealer.

Visual representation of state registrations

RR
Arkansas
(6/17/2025)
RR
California
(7/25/2023)
RR
Colorado
(7/25/2023)
RR
Florida
(8/23/2017)
RR
Michigan
(8/23/2017)
IAR
Michigan
(8/23/2017)
RR
New York
(8/23/2017)
RR
North Carolina
(8/23/2017)
RR
Ohio
(8/23/2017)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
IAR
Series 65
Date: 4/24/2001
Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 31
Date: 7/19/2006
Futures Managed Funds Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
RR
Series 8
Date: 7/16/1993
General Securities Sales Supervisor Examination (Options Module & General Module)
Principal/Supervisory Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA

Current Firm


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KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC
KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC | NFP ADVISOR SERVICES LLC

CRD#: 283330 / SEC#: 801-56126

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (12/31/1998 Approved)
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Contact information


Main Address
5707 Southwest Parkway Building 2, Suite 400, Austin, TX 78735
Mailing Address
Phone number
(844) 553-7872
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
1,299

SEC notice filing (53 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC BROCHURE (RETAIL CLIENTS) (10/21/2025)

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts155,482
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 60,174,309,829

Accountant surprise examination report


Filing DateForm ADV-E CoverForm ADV-E Report
12/23/2024
Cover Page
10/20/2023
12/21/2022

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Company Information


KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC

CRD#: 283330Troy, MI 48083

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