Kanter Associates

Since 1925

Securities and investment advisory services are offered solely through registered representatives and investment adviser representatives of Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Adviser, 24800 Denso Drive, Suite 140, Southfield, Michigan 48033  (248) 357-2424. Kanter Associates and all other entities and individuals referenced are independent of Equity Services, Inc. unless otherwise noted.
 

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