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Trustworthy Financial Advisor Wealth Management
Austin Wealth Specialists is an independent wealth management firm based in Austin, Texas. Although investments involve risks, choosing a financial advisor shouldn't. With more than 30 years of experience in asset management, retirement accumulation, and estate planning customized for every client, we are committed in guiding our clients to their journey to success. We work with women in transition,i.e. retiring, divorced, widowed, or changing jobs. Austin Wealth Specialists uses a financial road map to inspire, empower, transpire.
SCF Securities
SCF Securities is a premier financial services firm that has been offering comprehensive financial service solutions to advisors and their clients nationwide since 1992. We empower Austin Wealth Specialists by giving them the tools, technologies, and resources they need to ensure that you are always positioned for financial success.
Read More About SCF SecuritiesAbout Darleen M. Gilmore

Darleen M. Gilmore of Austin Wealth Specialists in Austin, Texas, has been in the wealth management and financial planning business for more than three decades now. She is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Professional and a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst™.
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Career
Darleen began her career as an entry-level manager trainee in a major Wall Street investment firm. She was soon promoted to Vice President with affiliated offices in Dallas, Albuquerque, St. Louis, and Austin. In 1992, she formed her own firm which is now known as the Austin Wealth Specialists. Darleen conducts educational seminars and speaks at conferences such as the Executive Women in Texas Government.
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Professional
To earn the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation, Darleen had to complete an approved educational program, pass a rigorous examination, and meet stringent experience requirements. She adheres to a professional Code of Ethics and fulfills annual continuing education requirements to be updated with current planning strategies and financial trends.
Serving on several boards, Darleen is an active member of the Financial Planning Association, a graduate of the 1998 class of Leadership Texas, and she was featured on a national television program, "New Attitudes" providing financial advice to an Austin couple. Darleen is married with no children and loves to play golf.
Certified Divorce Financial Analyst®
Darleen helps her clients avoid the common financial pitfalls of divorce by helping them manage their assets during this trying time. Darleen helps create a post-divorce budget, retirement income plan, and a legacy plan.