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
- 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 ZolfagharianFriendly staff, great communication. Thanks for your help and assistance Sam.READ MOREREAD LESSTracey MontesinBrokerage 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 Makkouk
- S3F was wonderful. Their calm professionalism helped make the process as stress free as possible . Very grateful for the help they gave.READ MOREREAD LESSMichelle LuceAlways amazing!! Sam has been a massive asset to the development of our property portfolio. He has a deep understanding of the loan structures and borrowing arrangements for so many lenders across all states and always ensures that he finds the best possible options for us. Our last purchase was a complex new build that had multiple Covid delays and at no time did Sam ever complain about having to go through all of the paperwork again and again as we needed to keep extending loans and then reapplying. Thank you Sam for always being cool, calm and able to reassure us that we would get the bets outcome in the end, no matter how difficult the situation appeared at times.READ MOREREAD LESSNeil BourkeJosh was wonderfully helpful, and very responsive to all our queries. I couldn't recommend him highly enough.READ MOREREAD LESSKate Flaherty
- Great support all the way! Constantly following up everything & searching for every avenue to make a positive outcome happen. Thanks Scott for helping us through the toughest settlement ever!READ MOREREAD LESSHabib TurkJosh was so helpful and knowledgeable and made the whole process easy. He was always available, friendly and professional and kept us informed on the progress of the loan every step of the way, right up to settlement. I would definitely recommend Josh to get you the best loan and to take the stress out of the lending process. Thanks Josh!READ MOREREAD LESSJane ThomsonJosh Woodhouse has been so helpful every step of the way with getting our first home, from helping us find a lender to settlement day. As my wife and I are FHB, Josh explained everything very clearly for us and always got back to us quickly for any questions that we had. The work he does shows he really takes care of his clients. It's been such a smooth journey, and we would highly recommend Josh to anyone.READ MOREREAD LESSJeff
- 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 BJosh came recommended by our accountant.
It had been a long time since we had taken out a loan, things had certainly changed!
His comprehensive knowledge on how to navigate our loan application made the process a lot less complicated for us. His professional manner and patience allowed us to feel comfortable enough to ask him any questions we may have had. Josh was prompt and courteous in his replies which always included a full explanation of what we were undertaking.
Would definitely use his services again on our next loan.READ MOREREAD LESSEileen BehanBEST BROKER YOU"LL FIND!! 10 STARS!! Josh was absolutely amazing helping my fiancé and I buy a house! I could not recommend Josh enough! He was very quick to respond and did everything he could to get us a loan with the best rates from the right bank! Could not recommend anyone more! If in doubt, go to Josh!READ MOREREAD LESSClara Pell - Josh has helped us decide on the best option for a home loan. He is such a great person to go this terrifying journey with. Made us feel confident and on the right track from day 1. He constantly updates and assure us on every step. He is honest and genuine. Josh is a dream machine, making our home dreams possible. Thanks for all his help, we are now homeowners!!! Highly recommending him to everyone.READ MOREREAD LESSAvegail GaddiMy Wife and I recently purchased our first home with Strategic 360 Finance...If I could give these guys more then 5 stars I would, Scott Woodhouse and his team made the entire process seamless and in my opinion are with out a doubt the best brokers in the business. I mentioned before this was the first time buying a home, my wife and I were very green going into this process and on top of that a bit nervous as well. Scott made everything transparent and we lost that nervous feeling very quickly...we also got the best education on the money lending and home purchasing process. The one thing that really stands out is that Scott made sure we weren't over spending and we were making health financial choices whilst getting what we wanted and still having money to live comfortably day to day. These guys are the best in their industry and that is simply the truth. i'm really happy we found these guys and look forward to working with Scott and the rest of the guys in the future.READ MOREREAD LESSScottFrom 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 Law
- As Joe Esposito would say - “you’re the best around” Josh is 10/10. Communicates quickly and accurately, and will generally get you updates before you even think to ask for them. Can’t beat him.READ MOREREAD LESSNick StarrI would like to sincerely thank the team at SCF Group for their outstanding support and professional guidance throughout the purchase of my investment property.From the very beginning, they demonstrated exceptional expertise, responsiveness, and attention to detail, making what could have been a complex process smooth and stress-free. Their commitment to keeping me informed and ensuring everything was handled efficiently—from the initial stages right through to the successful exchange of contracts—was truly impressive.I highly recommend S3F Group to anyone looking for knowledgeable, reliable, and professional property finance specialists. Thank you again for your dedication and outstanding service!READ MOREREAD LESSMohammad Merajur RahmanWe had a very positive experience working with Josh to secure our home loan as first home buyers. Josh was very professional and patient, he ensured we knew every step of the process and was fantastic at communicating. Thanks to Josh’s expertise, we were able to secure a loan and purchase our very first home. We highly recommend Josh to anyone looking for a broker!READ MOREREAD LESSMonique Landels
- I had an outstanding experience working with Scott throughout the entire loan process. From the very beginning, he provided clear guidance, honest advice, and exceptional support. He helped secure me a great deal and made what could have been a stressful process feel smooth and straightforward.Scott's communication and follow ups were excellent, he always keeping me informed, answering questions promptly, and ensuring everything stayed on track. A special thanks to Scotts team member Linda, who was incredibly professional, and supportive throughout the process.I truly appreciate the dedication and personal attention from both of them. I highly recommend their services to anyone looking for a reliable and knowledgeable advisor who genuinely cares about achieving the best outcome for their clients. Thank you, ScottREAD MOREREAD LESSSunila DumpalaJosh was a series of pleasant surprises. We never imagined to have a warm-hearted, caring and kind mortgage broker! Josh truly loves and enjoys being the driving force for first-time buyers to get their own home. Every interaction with Josh is very warm, positive and motivating. Our search went longer than expected for several reasons. Josh has been standing by our side supporting us. He would always come back with really smart answers with our odd questions during the whole time. We cannot thank enough to Josh for making it happen, giving us up to speed, supporting us during the very long search where we nearly gave up, giving us really good advices around the settlement and following up after the settlement and the first loan payment! He is not only very good with what he does with his thoroughness and never-give-up spirit but also has the heart of gold and huge patience. Josh is very, very special. Thank you so much once again for all you have done for us. Josh went far beyond and he did the same to my husband's colleague and his mate. Absolutely talented…READ MOREREAD LESSNaoko IwakiScott has been amazing throughout my pharmacy purchase. I’ve been speaking with Scott for years before finally securing a business. Throughout the entire process not only did he ensure that everything went smoothly, he was always a great ear to talk to when I needed help or advice on anything else. He also re-financed my home loan, and got me a better rate I wouldn’t hesitate recommended him to anyone and everyone. I don’t know how I would have got through the purchase process without his support.READ MOREREAD LESSEmma Bissaker
- As first home buyers, Josh was always quick to respond to questions we had. He made the process of getting a loan quick and easy, keeping us in the loop the entire time. I would recommend Josh to anyone looking to take out a home loan.READ MOREREAD LESSRohan ScanesThe team and S3F Group is excellent. Josh W. was awesome and explained everything so well. He was always very quick to respond to any inquiries and offered great guidance. As someone who did this for the first time, Josh helped so much. Would totally recommend.READ MOREREAD LESSAmna RashidBest in the business We have had quite a bit of experience with brokers across the years and properties, Josh was nothing short of professional, measured and up-to-date with his approach. Always available and diligent with strategy options, tailored to our plans.READ MOREREAD LESSLiam Turnbull
- Absolutely first-rate and flawless service from Josh Woodhouse and his team at S3F Group. Josh assisted us to secure an excellent financial product perfectly suited to our needs. Seamless and secure onboarding, followed by candid, clear, expert and timely advice. Couldn't ask for better. Highly recommended; will absolutely utilise S3F services again in future. Our thanks again, Josh.READ MOREREAD LESSNicholas CobbFantastic service! Josh worked very hard to get us a great result for our recent purchase. He was very quick to respond to all our questions and guided us through the whole process with ease.READ MOREREAD LESSJenny PreciansI don't normally do reviews but with the level of service and attention to details Sam from south west lending solution gave my partner and I, I couldn't help myself. Throughout the whole process Sam and his team were able to refinance our mortgage and my car loan to get us a lower interest rate on both loans and get us some money to do renovations to our house. The best part about it. We are actually paying less per month than we were before and we get to fix up our home. One again, thank you Sam for all your help.READ MOREREAD LESSMark Zammit
- Sam is an incredible broker who goes above and beyond to ensure you have all the information and make the best choices for you in a professional and friendly manner! Highly recommend SamREAD MOREREAD LESSJessica HebbJosh has been an absolute pleasure to deal with the past few months. He is so prompt with getting back to me with all my questions. He has made the whole process of getting a mortgage very easy. I would recommend him and his team to anyone looking to get a loan out. Thank you so much Josh.READ MOREREAD LESSDoreen MccormackI 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 Williams
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