STBB

20/10/2026

Marriage can alter the legal and financial consequences of owning property, even if you purchased it long before saying ‘I do’ and pay the bond.

Getting married or already married?

Know where you stand. Read our latest insight: https://stbb.co.za/marriage-property-bought-house-yours/

18/10/2026

It’s wedding season! In this month’s engaging podcast, Ewin Michael and Dr Samantha Smith unpack the practicalities of antenuptial contracts in South Africa. Explaining the legal distinction between marriages in and out of community of property, the attorneys explore the proprietary and financial consequences of these marital regimes, how the accrual system works, and the circumstances in which concluding an antenuptial contract may be appropriate.

For practical information before saying ‘I do', listen to the full episode here: https://iono.fm/e/1729386

15/10/2026

For property developers, diagrams and general plans can have a decisive impact on the feasibility of a development. According to STBB Helderberg Director and development law specialist, Hein Nauschutz, understanding the cadastral position early can expose constraints and help avoid costly surprises later.

For expert insights, read our latest article: https://stbb.co.za/property-development-why-diagrams-general-plans-matter/

13/10/2026

From online rental scams to compromised emails, cyber fraud poses a particular risk for real estate agents and conveyancing attorneys during the busy final quarter.

This Cybersecurity Awareness Month, remain vigilant, verify banking details, report suspicious links, and safeguard client information.

For further information, contact our team at [email protected].

11/10/2026

STBB is seeking a resourceful training officer!

In this role, you’ll be responsible for co-ordinating STBB’s training system, supporting the needs of managers and internal facilitators, maintaining training standards and records, preparing training calendars and reports, and driving learning capability across the business.

The ideal candidate is organised, service-oriented, dependable, proactive, and passionate about developing people. The applicant should have approximately 5 years’ experience in a training co-ordination or human resources role, strong written and verbal communication skills, and a working knowledge of South African skills development requirements.

Additionally, the ideal candidate has strong planning and administrative discipline and is able to maintain attention to detail without losing sight of the broader picture.

The salary is market-related and the successful applicant will be based at STBB Cape Town.

If this sounds like a promising opportunity for you or someone you may know, apply here: https://jobs.wamly.io/invite/SmithTabataBuchananBoyesInc/QQBsMtdP

We look forward to hearing from you!

08/10/2026

In a recent case, a surviving spouse’s maintenance claim exhausted the distributable estate, leaving the deceased’s daughter without the property bequeathed to her in terms of a will.

Can a maintenance claim defeat an inheritance?

We unpack the SCA's judgment here: https://stbb.co.za/surviving-spouse-maintenance-claim-override-property-inheritance/

06/10/2026

JOIN US FOR A FREE WEBINAR!

A great offer doesn't always guarantee a seamless sale, especially during the busy season. From undisclosed defects to risky contract clauses, small oversights can lead to costly delays – or even derail an entire transaction. Join STBB Director and experienced conveyancing attorney, Bernice Mostert, as she unpacks seven common legal pitfalls and shares practical tips to help you avoid them. Stay ahead of the curve this summer. Register now!

Date: Thursday, 29th October 2026
Time: 10h00 – 11h00

Registration link: https://stbb-co-za.zoom.us/meeting/register/VTv2_M00QBO2n1pUa6iSpg #/registration

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Selling this summer? Seven legal oversights that can derail a property deal. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

04/10/2026

Effective 1st October 2026, STBB celebrates the advancement of seven Senior Associates! Congratulations to Aviwe Magatyana, Carina van Breda, Diane Snyman, Jean-Andre Stroud, Johan Beyers, Layla Adams, and Mische September, whose dedication and hard work have earned them this well-deserved recognition!

01/10/2026

Tying the knot soon? This wedding season, say ‘I do’ with confidence. An antenuptial contract can protect your assets and avoid future conflict.

Learn more: https://stbb.co.za/newsflash-wedding-season-five-reasons-you-need-an-anc/