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
- A 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 AroraJosh was absolutely amazing to deal with. He had answers for all of our questions, and gave us the best possible outcome. Cheers mateREAD MOREREAD LESSChris KovacsJosh Woodhouse was so helpful - could not recommend him enough. Being new to buying our first home and not knowing much about purchasing a property, Josh was so helpful and explained everything so well. Josh was always happy and efficient when answering our millions of questions. He really made this process so seamless and we honestly don't know what we would have done without him. Thanks Josh!!READ MOREREAD LESSAlexandra O'Neil
- 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 LESSMitchellGreat 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 tranFriendly staff, great communication. Thanks for your help and assistance Sam.READ MOREREAD LESSTracey Montesin
- I highly recommend Scott Woodhouse for pharmacy lending. Scott is an expert in his field, was very professional but also down to earth. During the lending process, I had many questions, uncertainties and doubts but Scott was able to clear any confusions using his vast knowledge and experience. He could already see the ending as soon as it began, and for a first-time pharmacy purchaser, this was a highly valuable service and asset to have. Thank you Scott and the S3F team!READ MOREREAD LESSVictor VoSam Zammit, Gosh.... what can I say?? I would recommended him everyday of the week!! Sam Zammit, Gosh.... what can I say?? I would recommended him everyday of the week!! Always answers my calls, emails, and questions promptly... this is the second time I have used his services. I would never go anywhere else. I am extremely busy all the time, Sam just makes a loan process so much easier. I know I will be using him again in the future. Your the Best Sam!!! ✔ Copied review textREAD MOREREAD LESSjo daveyJosh is such a nice, knowledgeable person. We received sound advice which we valued. Josh was able to put together a package that suited us perfectly. He listened and understood. He has been recommended to friends and family.READ MOREREAD LESSElizabeth LH
- We had Josh recommended by a friend. His service was excellent and had a really good understanding of our circumstances and which banks would be best to approach for loans. We ended up with approval for the amount we wanted and Josh made sure we got the fixed portion of our loan locked in to a low interest rate before the rate rises - he gave us a few calls to remind us to get all the paperwork sorted. Without Josh we might not have been able to borrow the amount we wanted as quickly as we wanted.READ MOREREAD LESSTodd AspeotisThis was my first time dealing with S3F group my experience was impeccable from pre approval to settlement everything was like clockwork. I would highly recommend and will be the only broker I use in the future. Thanks again joshREAD MOREREAD LESSJames MartinJosh 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 Iwaki
- 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 DumpalaExceptional service with S3F Group. Josh Woodhouse went above and beyond to ensure our experience was smooth, pleasant and successful. With his expertise, he made a complex and long process seem like a walk in the park. My partner and I are very grateful for having Josh to guide us and help us in such an important milestone in our lives. We'll definitely seek Josh's advice when buying in the future as we had a very positive experience all across the board.READ MOREREAD LESSElaine McGowanAs 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 Scanes
- Purchasing my new property has been simplified by Josh from S3F. Josh was always efficient and helpful during this process. I have previously dealt with S3F for a business loan and my recent experience was as seamless and professional as the last. I recommend S3F Group highly.READ MOREREAD LESSAllison O'DriscollMy 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 LESSScottAmazing quality of service by Scott who helped me purchase my first optometry business. Scott was very knowledgeable, helpful, responsive and easy to work with through every step of the process. Thank you again Scott for your assistance and for being a part of the journey!READ MOREREAD LESSJaka Bambang
- Josh 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 KhanFrom 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 LawVery professional. Josh helped us at every step of the journey from sorting out our bank loans to the final settlement. He was very professional and contactable the whole time and was always there to help. Overall, it was a very good experience and we highly recommend his services.READ MOREREAD LESSOmar Sayah
- Josh was great from our pre-approval right through to settlement. He is friendly, approachable, extremely knowledgeable and made the entire process as easy and stress-free as possible. We are thrilled with the service that Josh has provided us and are looking forward to working with him in the future. Thank you Josh for helping us secure our first home!READ MOREREAD LESStaylarodgerBest 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 TurnbullWithout hesitation, we couldn’t recommend Josh more highly! Thanks to his deep market knowledge and superior professionalism, Josh guided us through a surreal milestone and life-changing first-home purchase. He was ever present on a long and unique journey, always adapting and pivoting as the circumstances evolved. Josh continually offered clear communication, calm guidance, and expert advice in a personable and friendly manner. We’d gladly work with Josh again in the future.READ MOREREAD LESSTom Rae
- Couldn't have higher recommendations of Sam and the team. He was great with working with our needs and getting us into our new home, whilst maintaining what we already had.READ MOREREAD LESSNeil BourkeAmazing Guy - Thanks Josh
Was referred to Josh by my business partner. He's been absolutely fantastic from the very first phone call. Always available and always keeping you in touch with what's going on. Josh went above and beyond to secure my loan, always presenting best case scenarios and options. Will always look to Josh first before taking out another home loan.READ MOREREAD LESSRasigan MoodleyJosh, Scott and the team at Strategic 360 Finance are generous in sharing their knowledge and expertise to get the best outcomes for their clients. Excellent service!READ MOREREAD LESSLove Pascual - It’s been an amazing experience working with Mr Scott Woodhouse!He’d been guiding us throughout the process and helped us keep our calm!Highly recommend Scott!READ MOREREAD LESSUday KumarI'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 McDonaldAmazing and quality service Josh was my broker for purchasing my first home. Being new to the market and not knowing much about purchasing a property, Josh was able to explain the process in a way I could understand and happily answered any questions I had. He would answer questions, provide reassurance and assist me not only during business hours, but after hours and on the weekend too if needed. He is very patient and I wouldn't have been able to purchase a house without his help! Would absolutely recommend him to anyone!READ MOREREAD LESSNichayla Palme
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contact us on (02) 8745 8847 or info@s3f.com.au, or fill in this online form.