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Blog | Attention individual taxpayers: SARS announces dates for 2025 filing season

The 2025 income tax filing season for individuals commences soon. Accordingly, clients who are registered for tax in South Africa should take note of the following key dates: Auto-assessments will be issued from 7th to 20th July 2025 Non-provisional taxpayers

Blog | Reminder: Comments on the JSE’s proposed changes to Corporate Action Tables due 9th June 2025

Last month, the JSE published various proposed changes to its Corporate Action Tables, which specify the procedures and deadlines for corporate actions impacting listed securities, for public comment. These suggested amendments are commensurate with the JSE Listings Requirements, which were

Blog | Keeping an eye on the future: Top estate planning tips

As the old adage goes, ‘[n]othing is certain but death and taxes.’ With this in mind, estate planning is essential to secure your legacy, minimise estate-related taxes, and protect your loved ones from financial strain. Here are six crucial estate

Blog | Protect your legacy: The key benefits of establishing a trust

At STBB, we understand that smart estate planning today can secure your legacy tomorrow. Undoubtedly, establishing a trust is one of the most effective tools in estate planning. Whether used to preserve generational wealth, safeguard assets, or manage property for

Blog | Easing the burden: No transfer duty payable on inherited property

Under South African law, the acquisition of immovable property is ordinarily subject to the payment of transfer duty. Transfer duty is based on the value of the property and calculated on a sliding scale, making it a significant additional cost

Blog | Co-own property? Here’s why estate planning matters

In today’s economic climate, co-ownership of immovable property is increasingly common. Whether it is investing in property with a business partner to generate rental income or purchasing a home with one’s significant other, co-ownership is often financially expedient. While it

Blog | Less stress, more support: Estate administration simplified with STBB

Administering a deceased estate can be complicated, cumbersome, and overwhelming – especially for inexperienced executors. But, it doesn’t have to be. When it comes to winding up a loved one’s estate or planning your own affairs, choosing the right professional

Blog | Plan with confidence: Estate expenses explained

Perhaps the last thing anyone contemplates are the costs associated with administering their estate. However, the administration of a deceased estate involves much more than just paperwork. From the executor’s fee to estate duty, the process can be surprisingly costly.

Blog | Eviction and South African law: What landlords should know about the PIE Act

At STBB, our expert litigators have extensive experience handling eviction and other property-related disputes. At the outset, however, many of our clients are unaware that the residential eviction process is complicated by the Prevention of Illegal Eviction from and Unlawful

Blog | The absconded debtor: Let us help you navigate debt collection

STBB’s litigation specialists are often faced with a crucial question from clients: How does one proceed when owed money by a debtor who has subsequently disappeared? If the debtor has specified a physical address where they’ll accept service of legal