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Robert J. Kent

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CRD#: 2031942
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Professional summary


Being a previously registered professional could mean that this person is no longer operating under the supervision of the SEC or FINRA.

That means that the Securities and Exchange Commission may not be able to oversee the services that this specific professional is providing.

Robert James Kent, who also goes by Bob Kent, James Kent, was a registered financial professional .

Robert is a previously registered financial professional and started their career in finance in 1990. Robert had worked at 15 firms and has passed the Series 63, Series 65, Series 7TO and Series 7 exams.

Question & Answer


Are you a "fiduciary"?
No

Aliases


Bob Kent | James Kent

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.
The advisor shows no other business activity.

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary)


The CRS(Customer Relationship Summary) document is not provided.

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


Past

June 12, 2023 - February 18, 2026

HANTZ FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 46047
SOUTHFIELD, MI
Past

March 24, 2023 - February 18, 2026

HANTZ FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.

RIA
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 WEALTH MANAGEMENT

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


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".
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


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This advisor is not registered in any state.

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
Series 63
Date: 4/18/2025
Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 7TO
Date: 6/9/2023
General Securities Representative Examination
General Industry/Product Exam

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)


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FINRA licenses (51 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / FINRA)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

HFSI FORM ADV PART 2A DATED AUGUST 29, 2025 (8/29/2025)

Direct owners and executive officers


NamePositionCRD#
HANTZ GROUP, INC.PARENT COMPANY
ARNOLD, DAVID JOSEPHSENIOR VP6738208
BEEBE, JOHN FREDERICKSENIOR VP4151293
ESCOBEDO, SAMANTHA TRACYSENIOR VP6554885
HANTZ, JOHN RUSSELLDIRECTOR1462066
HANTZ, KIMBERLY DIANEDIRECTOR5109009
HANTZ, LAUREN CHRISTINEDIRECTOR6737867
MACHCINSKI, JOHN FRANCISPRESIDENT/SECRETARY/CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER853028
MCALEAR, THOMAS CRAIGDIRECTOR7517087
MCCLAIN, ROBERT MATTHEWSENIOR VP4768883
NATALE, ANTONIO ANDREVICE PRESIDENT OF ASSET MANAGEMENT4268947
RACINE, JAMIE MILLERSENIOR VP4585375
REID, MICHAEL ORASSENIOR VP1923539
SHEA, DAVID JOSEPHDIRECTOR5109005
SOPER, JEFFERY HAROLDSENIOR VP2205971
STEVENS, DANIEL JOSEPHSENIOR VP5868523
YAROCH, RENEE ANNVP/CFO/FINOP/PRINCIPAL OPERATIONS OFFICER2040518

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts111,576
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 7,817,501,016

Disclosures


Regulatory Event4
Arbitration2

Accountant surprise examination report


Filing DateForm ADV-E CoverForm ADV-E Report
11/13/2023
Cover Page

Red Flags


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Company Information


HANTZ FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.

CRD#: 46047

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