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Robert J. Kent
HANTZ FINANCIAL SERVICES
Southfield, MI 48034
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CRD#: 2031942
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Professional summary
Robert James Kent, who also goes by Bob Kent, James Kent, is a registered financial advisor currently at HANTZ FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. located in Southfield, Michigan.
Robert is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 1990. Robert has worked at 15 firms and has passed the Series 63, Series 65, Series 7TO and Series 7 exams.
Question & Answer
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
Bob Kent | James Kent
Other business activities
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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA
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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - BD
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Certified licenses
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NoneExperience
Current
March 24, 2023 - Present
HANTZ FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.
Office #1: 26200 American Drive Fifth Floor, Southfield, MI 48034RIA
BD
CRD#: 46047
Southfield, MI
Current
June 12, 2023 - Present
HANTZ FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.
Office #1: 26200 American Drive Fifth Floor, Southfield, MI 48034RIA
BD
CRD#: 46047
Southfield, MI
Past
September 18, 2020 - December 31, 2023
MAPLE CITY RETIREMENT GROUP, LLC
RIA
CRD#: 310895
LAPORTE, IN
Past
August 22, 2018 - September 20, 2018
FORSYTHE WEALTH MANAGEMENT, INC.
RIA
CRD#: 293152
LAPORTE, IN
Past
September 5, 2014 - August 24, 2016
CHADLER INVESTMENT ADVISORY SOLUTIONS, LLC
RIA
CRD#: 165763
FAIRFIELD, NJ
Past
August 11, 2014 - September 9, 2014
OSAIC SERVICES, INC.
BD
CRD#: 133763
PARADISE VALLEY, AZ
Past
April 26, 2011 - September 11, 2012
KESTRA INVESTMENT SERVICES, LLC
BD
CRD#: 42046
BETHESDA, MD
Past
March 24, 2011 - September 11, 2012
KESTRA INVESTMENT SERVICES, LLC
RIA
CRD#: 42046
BETHESDA, MD
Past
October 8, 2010 - October 25, 2010
FREEDOM ONE INVESTMENT ADVISORS, INC.
RIA
CRD#: 107627
CLARKSTON, MI
Past
April 28, 2008 - July 27, 2009
KESTRA INVESTMENT SERVICES, LLC
BD
CRD#: 42046
ROYAL PALM BEACH, FL
Past
January 24, 2007 - August 1, 2007
NYLIFE SECURITIES LLC
BD
CRD#: 5167
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL
Past
January 26, 2004 - April 21, 2005
MISSIONSQUARE RETIREMENT
RIA
CRD#: 108783
WASHINGTON, DC
Past
December 15, 1998 - April 21, 2005
MISSIONSQUARE INVESTMENT SERVICES
BD
CRD#: 23189
WASHINGTON, DC
Past
January 24, 1998 - September 25, 1998
OLD KENT FINANCIAL ADVISORS
BD
CRD#: 17039
GRAND RAPIDS, MI
Past
April 11, 1996 - November 26, 1996
TD AMERITRADE, INC.
BD
CRD#: 7870
OMAHA, NE
Past
January 8, 1994 - January 18, 1995
FIDELITY BROKERAGE SERVICES LLC
BD
CRD#: 7784
SMITHFIELD, RI
Past
October 29, 1991 - August 13, 1992
NBD BROKERAGE SERVICES, INC.
BD
CRD#: 17020
Past
March 23, 1990 - August 9, 1991
CHARLES SCHWAB & CO., INC.
BD
CRD#: 5393
WESTLAKE, TX
Primary Firm SEC Registration
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HF
HANTZ FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.
HANTZ FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.
CRD#: 46047 / SEC#: 801-106859, 8-51291
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/19/2015 Approved)California
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (1/1/2016 Terminated)Florida
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/2/2015 Terminated)Georgia
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/18/2015 Terminated)Illinois
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/19/2015 Terminated)Indiana
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/9/2015 Terminated)Michigan
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (1/26/2016 Terminated)North Carolina
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/2/2015 Terminated)Ohio
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/2/2015 Terminated)South Carolina
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/2/2015 Terminated)Texas
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/2/2015 Terminated)Wisconsin
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/2/2015 Terminated)BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Chicago district office)
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
IAR
Michigan(3/24/2023)
RR
Michigan(4/25/2025)
Exams
State Security Law Exam
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 7TO
Date: 6/9/2023
General Securities Representative ExaminationGeneral Industry/Product Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA
Current Firm
HF
HANTZ FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.
HANTZ FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.
CRD#: 46047 / SEC#: 801-106859, 8-51291
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/19/2015 Approved)California
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (1/1/2016 Terminated)Florida
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/2/2015 Terminated)Georgia
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/18/2015 Terminated)Illinois
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/19/2015 Terminated)Indiana
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/9/2015 Terminated)Michigan
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (1/26/2016 Terminated)North Carolina
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/2/2015 Terminated)Ohio
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/2/2015 Terminated)South Carolina
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/2/2015 Terminated)Texas
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/2/2015 Terminated)Wisconsin
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/2/2015 Terminated)BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Chicago district office)
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Contact information
Main Address
26200 American Drive Fifth Floor, Southfield, MI 48034
Mailing Address
26200 American Drive Fifth Floor, Southfield, MI 48034
Phone number
(248) 304-2855
Established
Michigan since 06/19/1998
Firm type
Corporation
Fiscal year end
December
Firm Size
Medium
# of Employees
402
SEC notice filing (51 States and Territories)
FINRA licenses (51 States and Territories)
Direct owners and executive officers
| Name | Position | CRD# |
|---|---|---|
| HANTZ GROUP, INC. | PARENT COMPANY | |
| ARNOLD, DAVID JOSEPH | SENIOR VP | 6738208 |
| BEEBE, JOHN FREDERICK | SENIOR VP | 4151293 |
| ESCOBEDO, SAMANTHA TRACY | SENIOR VP | 6554885 |
| HANTZ, JOHN RUSSELL | DIRECTOR | 1462066 |
| HANTZ, KIMBERLY DIANE | DIRECTOR | 5109009 |
| HANTZ, LAUREN CHRISTINE | DIRECTOR | 6737867 |
| JAMES, TIMOTHY C | SENIOR VP | 4751106 |
| MACHCINSKI, JOHN FRANCIS | PRESIDENT/SECRETARY/CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER | 853028 |
| MCALEAR, THOMAS CRAIG | DIRECTOR | 7517087 |
| MCCLAIN, ROBERT MATTHEW | SENIOR VP | 4768883 |
| NATALE, ANTONIO ANDRE | VICE PRESIDENT OF ASSET MANAGEMENT | 4268947 |
| RACINE, JAMIE MILLER | SENIOR VP | 4585375 |
| REID, MICHAEL ORAS | SENIOR VP | 1923539 |
| SHEA, DAVID JOSEPH | DIRECTOR | 5109005 |
| SOPER, JEFFERY HAROLD | SENIOR VP | 2205971 |
| STEVENS, DANIEL JOSEPH | SENIOR VP | 5868523 |
| YAROCH, RENEE ANN | VP/CFO/FINOP/PRINCIPAL OPERATIONS OFFICER | 2040518 |
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 111,576 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 7,817,501,016 |
Disclosures
| Regulatory Event | 4 |
| Arbitration | 2 |
Accountant surprise examination report
| Filing Date | Form ADV-E Cover | Form ADV-E Report |
|---|---|---|
| 11/13/2023 |
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