Finance made easy,
with experts you can trust.
S3F Group Finance brings together more than 100 years of combined banking, lending and business expertise, formed through the merger of respected finance businesses including Healthy Lending, RTF Finance and Consulate Finance.
We specialise in home loans and industries where expertise truly matters such as:
- Medical & Healthcare - pharmacy, optometry, allied health
- Childcare - centres, operators, investors
- Hospitality - clubs, pubs, licensed venues - centres, operators, investors
- Transport & Logistics - backed by 30+ years of industry experience
With deep industry knowledge and a personalised approach, we structure smarter, more effective lending solutions tailored to your goals.
The S3F Group are your finance partners, guiding you with clarity, confidence and genuine care.
Our directors and senior team bring together decades of hands on finance experience, extensive business‑to‑business management expertise and a practical understanding of how industries operate.
This depth of knowledge means we help you make informed financial decisions backed by real experience.
If you run a business in any of these industries, we can help you:
Property & Finance
- Real estate
- Property management
- Accountancy
- Financial planning
Hospitality
- Clubs
- Pubs
- Restaurants
Other
- Childcare
Law
- Law
Conveyancing
Healthcare
- Medicine
- Dentistry
- Veterinary
- Pharmacy
- Optometry
- Physiotherapy
- Chiropractic
- Podiatry
How we can help you
S3F Group can help you solve these problems:
- Starting a new business
- Buying another business
- Investing in equipment
- Purchasing a commercial property
- Fitting out your premises
- Refinancing your existing loans
- Increasing your working capital
We work with more than 30 lenders and offer:
- Business loans
- Commercial property loans
- Refinances
- Commercial hire purchases
- Finance leases
- Chattel mortgages
- Insurance premium funding
- Novated or operating leases
- Invoice and trade finance
The top 5 reasons clients say they value S3F Group
1
Specialise in business finance
2
Have incredible industry knowledge
3
Solve tricky problems
4
Provide clear communication
5
Move fast
To discuss your scenario and your options
From your first conversation to settlement and beyond we’re with you every step of the way.
We simplify the process, explain your options clearly and ensure every detail is handled with care. Whether you’re securing your first home, expanding your business or financing specialised industry assets, you’ll always know exactly where you stand.

HOME LOAN
Our speciality is helping securing
funding for first home buyers or, if
you're looking to buy a new home,
we can help with that.
We can also assist you in obtaining
the finance for your first
investment property or your tenth
investment property.

ASSET FINANCE
Do you need a new car either for
business or personal use. We can
take the stress out of that by
having your finance approved and
ready to go for when you go
searching for a car. We can also
refer you to a car buying service
that could save you time and
money on the purchase of your
new vehicle.

HEALTH INDUSTRY FINANCE
Are you a doctor, dentist, pharma-
cist, optometrist, physiotherapist,
chiropractor, podiatrist, veterinari-
an looking to purchase either new
premises, new business or practice
or compete a fit-out or in need of
new equipment, we can help you
arrange any of these around your
cash flow.

CLUB & HOSPITALITY FINANCE
S3F Group has been financing clubs, pubs and restaurants since 2000. We’ve seen every scenario and dealt with every problem that exists.

PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES LOANS
We also specialise in professional services such as accountants, financial planners and law partner- ships as well as real-estate busi- nesses.

HOME LOAN
Our speciality is helping securing funding for first home buyers or , if you're looking to buy a new home, we can help with that. We can also assist you in obtaining the finance for your first investment property or your tenth investment property.

ASSET FINANCE
Do you need a new car either for business or personal use. We can take the stress out of that by having your finance approved and ready to go for when you go searching for a car.We can also refer you to a car buying service that could save you time and money on the purchase of your new vehicle.

PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES LOANS
We also specialise in professional services such as accountants, financial planners and law partner- ships as well as real-estate busi- nesses.

HEALTH
INDUSTRY FINANCE
Are you a doctor, dentist, pharma- cist, optometrist, physiotherapist, chiropractor, podiatrist, veterinari- an looking to purchase either new premises,new business or practice or compete a fit-out or in need of new equipment, we can help you arrange any of these around your cash flow.

CLUB & HOSPITALITY FINANCE
S3F Group has been financing clubs, pubs and restaurants since 2000. We’ve seen every scenario and dealt with every problem that exists.
S3F Group helps clients across Australia secure the right finance with clarity and confidence. Our team delivers tailored lending solutions backed by real experience and long‑term support.
Our team of finance professionals provides a wide range of lending solutions tailored to your personal or business needs, including:
- Home & Investment Lending
- Refinancing
- Business Loans
- Commercial & Equipment Finance
- Specialist Industry Finance
- SMSF Lending
- Insurance Premium Funding
Our Goal – To be the finance partner you can rely on delivering exceptional service, clear guidance and ongoing support long after your first transaction.
At S3F Group Finance, you’re not just securing a loan, you’re gaining a long term partner who understands your industry, your goals and the path to achieving them.
WE'LL HELP FIND THE RIGHT HOME LOAN FOR YOU
We help you compare hundreds of home loans from more than 30 lenders.
Our loan applications are tailored to our clients specific needs.
We value our clients and their finance requirements. You aren’t just a number to us.
SOME OF OUR SERVICES INCLUDE
01. Home & Investment Loans (Refinances Too)
- Every lender has a certain policy along with its own strength a weakness. We use our knowledge & experience to make getting a home or investment loan easier & less stressful for you.
02. Commercial Lending
- If you are business owner and looking to secure any sort of finance to help you grow your business, we have got 56 years of industry experience to help us find a solution for you.
From purchasing a Pharmacy to purchasing a commercial property, we can help with that.
03. Vehicle and Equipment Finance
- Looking to purchase a new car? Or maybe a new piece of machinery? Regardless if you are looking for a consumer loan or a chattel mortgage, we can help. We can also assist you with Equipment finance, maybe a tractor for your hobby farm?
04. SMSFLoans
- We can work side by side with your financial planner & accountant or refer you to one of our trusted partners to assist with the process of purchasing property within your superannuation Fund.
We have got access to a panel of lenders who are interested in lending to Self-Managed Super Funds
WHAT OUR CLIENTS HAVE TO SAY
- I was looking to buy my first home by the end of this year, and I was referred to Josh Woodhouse by a friend of mine. He has been so helpful since the beginning. I didn't know too much about what was involved when buying a place, and Josh explained it all (and answered all of my many questions). Thank you Josh, you have been a great help! I highly recommend going through S3F and speaking with him. And I can proudly say I now own my first home 🙂READ MOREREAD LESSKathryn WilliamsSam was so good and patient with us, we were so happy with the recommendations made. Would not hesitate in recommending Sam to anyone! If you are looking for great service, knowledge and experience Sam is the best person to work with.READ MOREREAD LESSHoda Welch"Thank you for your assistance throughout the loan process Josh, you have made everything so easy for me with at all times throughout communicating with me .
Josh goes out of his way to Exsplain everything in detail he made sure I understood everything and all his advice was in my best interest.
I thank you Josh for responding to my emails with in minutes always!!!
I will certainly recommend your services to anyone I know who needs a mortgage."READ MOREREAD LESSGrazyna Dutkowska - Excellent Customer Service & Timely Advice. I was extremely impressed with the high level of communication & professionalism that Josh operated with. He always went above & beyond to provide the best possible solution & always kept me updated with how everything was progressing. I would not hesitate to recommend Josh & his services!READ MOREREAD LESSMitchellJosh is a top class professional and provides personalised friendly service. This was our first home buy and there were lots of unknowns in the journey. We were provided with precis guidance and helped us all the way through to the settlement. I will recommend Josh Woodhouse to anyone with no hesitation.READ MOREREAD LESSRanil KarunarathneJosh Woodhouse from Strategic 360 Finance is by far the best mortgage broker my wife and I have ever dealt with! After multiple disappointing experiences with some of the largest lending specialists in the country, Josh got the job done! Doing so with ease, excellence, honesty and transparency- Josh exceeded all our expectations with flying colours! Josh's work ethic is a true testament to him. I will ONLY call upon Josh in the future and have highly recommended him to family and friends who agree entirely, he is deserving of the praise. Thank you Josh !READ MOREREAD LESSDaniel Keeton
- Brokerage Service. Josh was amazing throughout my entire experience of obtaining a home loan. He is so efficient with responding and really went the extra mile for me. I appreciate all the diligence and care that Josh provides and I highly recommend him.READ MOREREAD LESSLama MakkoukI've personally known Scott for around 25 years, and have now set up finance with both Scott and Josh. They know their stuff, they present the options to me clearly and in an unbiased fashion, listening to what I want in a product. Quick to respond, informative, and helpful. Will be the first port of call for any finance products in the future.READ MOREREAD LESSPete McDonaldDealt with Josh recently for a detailed Unit Trust purchase and it was nothing but smooth sailing! Josh was upfront, honest and fourth coming with information that will assist us and other parties. I couldn't recommend Josh and S3F Group enough..READ MOREREAD LESSJared Barry
- From the moment we spoke to Scott, we knew that we wanted to use him as our finance broker. He was extremely knowledgable, professional and importantly we knew we could trust him. This was the first time we were buying a business and Scott was invaluable along the whole process. We cannot recommend Scott and his services enough!READ MOREREAD LESSJess LawI’d like to say thank you Josh for your expertise and patience throughout this process. You have been fantastic from the beginning to end. Thanks for always answering our questions and always with a smile (yes that does show through emails too 😀). I would highly recommend Josh as someone who goes above the requirements and always in a timely manner. He makes you feel as though you’re family; therefore important. Thanks again Josh.READ MOREREAD LESSRochelle McFarlaneJosh, always supportive and in dead end moments he pulls a rabbit out of his hat. Really pleased had business with you. Thank you.READ MOREREAD LESSFreddie Yeganeh
- I’ve worked with S3F Group across multiple transactions — both commercial and personal — including business acquisitions and residential purchases. Their customer service has consistently been outstanding: responsive, proactive, and genuinely solutions-focused, even when navigating some quite complex deals. Scott and the team always goes above and beyond to find the best outcome, and their professionalism and clarity make the process smooth and stress-free. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for a trusted finance partner.READ MOREREAD LESSDaniel KebritiA very thorough and professional service, my case was not straight away however; with all issues Josh has handeled it with atmost care and given the best output, Thank you Josh.READ MOREREAD LESSChetna AroraFantastic, very professional and made it an easy process. Josh was fantastic to deal with and made our experience a really smooth process especially when it can get overwhelming with all of the information from the banks, Josh was able to simplify and explain everything to my partner and I. We really look forward to using Josh for future bank loans.READ MOREREAD LESSEllie Goulding
- Working with S3F Group was a really positive experience. From the start, the team was approachable, professional, and genuinely interested in helping me find the right financial solution. They took the time to explain everything clearly, answered all my questions, and tailored their advice to suit my personal and business needs. I felt supported throughout the whole process, and their communication was consistent and reassuring. It’s not easy navigating finance, but they made it simple and stress-free. I’d definitely recommend S3F Group to anyone looking for trustworthy and experienced financial guidance.READ MOREREAD LESSahlam jaradatSam Zammit got us a great deal on our loans and it was a very smooth easy process. Highly recommended.READ MOREREAD LESSGary MontesinJosh is a passionate and consummate professional who is amazing at providing realtime solutions every time we threw difficult questions his way. He is reliable, diligent and has a can-do attitude that put us at ease from the word 'go'. But what sets him apart from the rest of the financial experts in his field is his level of expertise, honesty and integrity with which he deals with all clients. We'd highly recommend Josh and his team.READ MOREREAD LESSAly Khan
- Josh provided expert advice and went above and beyond. Josh helped us tremendously by being a step ahead and provided consistent review and feedback.READ MOREREAD LESSNavid ZolfagharianWould highly recommend Josh for your financial services. Very knowledgeable and easy to deal with. Thanks Josh for your serviceREAD MOREREAD LESSJocelyn SchulzJosh was absolutely amazing in helping us achieve our first home loan. He was very helpful in breaking down terminology, and helping us understand the differences between each option. He frequently told us what to expect, explaining each step along the way and always kept us updated. 100% would recommend Josh as a broker.READ MOREREAD LESSSamuel Sim
- Josh has been an absolute pleasure to work with, available any time we needed and provided clear information and guidance throughout the entire process, we couldnt be more happier with his service, you won't find anyone better, would absolutley recommend him, forget the rest he is the best! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️READ MOREREAD LESSJamieGreat result. Professional in every way. Josh did an amazing job getting me the loan for the new property. He was efficient and professional with his work. His assessment was accurate and was able to secure an amazing result. He made the whole process easy. I will be asking Josh to help me with any potential future purchases.READ MOREREAD LESSdaniel tranSam makes a sometimes complicated process hassle free with his knowledge and professionalism. I have had Sam help me on 2 occaisions now and would, without hesitation, seek his services on any finiancial services I need in the future. You can trust him to get the job done.READ MOREREAD LESSgreg horne
- We have used Josh's services on several occasions because he is great to deal with, knowledgeable and gets the best options for us. He makes the process seamless, which we are very grateful for because our property portfolio is complex. Thank you Josh for your exceptional work, for all our properties!READ MOREREAD LESSFin D10 out 10. Would finance through Josh anytime! My wife and I secured our home loan through Josh. He is by far the best broker I have worked with. He was with us every every step of the way and was very easy to deal with.READ MOREREAD LESSKevin LawlerGreat guy, super helpful. We were very happy with our experience and have been recommending to all our friends d's and family who are thinking about buying or refinancing.READ MOREREAD LESSRussian Bandit
- Josh’s expertise in his field was clearly evident in each interaction. He ensured we received the most up to date information and guided us through the loan process every step of the way. He was always available to answer any and every question we had and always took the time to ensure we understood our options. He truly went above and beyond and we cannot recommend him highly enough, especially for first home buyers. We look forward to working with him again on our next purchase.READ MOREREAD LESSMarisa BI received friendly, helpful and prompt service from Genna! She followed up on various issues and kept me informed of my loan's progress, regularly. I am very happy with her service; and would highly recommend her to anyone!!READ MOREREAD LESSAlan WilkinsonExcellent service, above and beyound expectations. Our house purchase journey was long, a full year and Josh has been with us every step of the way, always available to answer any questions we had, advising on best options. What was especially important for us is at no point we felt any pressure from Josh to speed things up. Quite the opposite, once he understood what are the most important factors for us in our financial planning he encouraged us to not rush things. And as it often happens in life - at the end of a long marathon we had a bit of a sprint, things had to be done quickly. Once again Josh was our guide and made sure everything was ready for the settlement on time despite a couple of small hurdles that as always appeared where you least expect them. We are very happy with Josh's service and appreciate his in-depth knowledge, personal approach and patience. We will definitely be recommending him to anyone who might be asking for a referral.READ MOREREAD LESSDmitri Astaltsev
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