Dr Samantha Smith holds a BSocSci, LLB, LLM, and PhD (Law) from UCT.  An innovative thinker, she strategises, plans, and produces STBB’s content across all channels and platforms and works on corporate and marketing collateral.

All About Property | August 2025

Up your game: The tax benefit every property investor should know about

Smart investors know that planning is everything – and so is tax strategy. Designed to incentivise property investment, section 13sex of the Income Tax Act provides investors with a valuable – and often underutilised – tax deduction tool.

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Gauteng High Courts slam unlawful cleaning levies as SAPOA challenges Cape Town’s ‘unconstitutional’ municipal tariffs

Much to the relief of property owners, both the North and South Gauteng High Courts recently ruled against the imposition of unlawful and irrational municipal cleaning levies implemented by Tshwane and Johannesburg.

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Navigating property and divorce: The curious case of the sold matrimonial home and an anti-dissipation interdict

For STBB’s divorce attorneys, handling complex divorce matters with care and expertise is paramount – a requirement highlighted by a recent High Court matter involving an attempt to interdict a spouse from using his proceeds from the sale of the matrimonial home, pending divorce.

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Meet Marlize Swart: STBB Centurion Director and expert conveyancer

With more than 25 years’ experience in the legal profession, Marlize Swart is an admitted Attorney, Conveyancer, and Notary Public. As a Director and Head of STBB Centurion, she specialises in all aspects of conveyancing and notarial practice. Known for her meticulous approach and unmatched passion, Marlize ensures that each transaction is handled with diligence and care. With extensive knowledge of correspondent work and regular attendance at the Deeds Office, Marlize’s technical acumen and commitment to the finer details of the transaction make her an invaluable asset.

For trusted legal support in property law matters, contact our premier Pretoria-based conveyancer today.

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The Legally Speaking podcast | Invasive vegetation and property transfers: What you should know

In our most recent property-focused episode, experienced conveyancer and STBB Claremont Associate, Inge Johnson, explores the impact of listed invasive plant species on property transfers. Briefly outlining the legal framework governing invasive species, Inge explains the importance of identifying and expressly declaring the presence of such vegetation, the consequences of non-compliance with permit requirements, and the impact on the property transaction. For an informative breakdown of these aspects, tune in now!

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Understanding your property transaction: Option to purchase versus right of first refusal

At STBB, our property law attorneys regularly advise sellers and purchasers on the intricacies of sale agreements and structuring property dealings. While options to purchase and rights of first refusal appear similar, they carry distinct legal consequences.

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Missed our last webinar on handling conflicts in property transactions? Catch up in your own time

Recently, property law expert and STBB Helderberg Director, Madelein Williams, explored the practical communication tools essential for handling conflict in property dealings. For smoother transactions and fewer headaches, watch the re-run on our dedicated YouTube channel!

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