{"id":44147,"date":"2026-02-03T09:56:35","date_gmt":"2026-02-03T07:56:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stbb.co.za\/dev2\/?p=44147"},"modified":"2026-02-03T09:57:03","modified_gmt":"2026-02-03T07:57:03","slug":"pulse-january-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stbb.co.za\/dev2\/pulse-january-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Pulse | January 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In this year&#8217;s first edition of <em>Pulse<\/em>, we provide important insights on divorce, co-parenting strategies, and estate planning to keep you informed and prepared for 2026.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Thinking about divorce? Key considerations before you decide<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If divorce has recently crossed your mind, it\u2019s essential to understand that the steps you take now can shape your finances, parenting arrangements, and future long after the divorce is final.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/stbb.co.za\/dev2\/pulse-thinking-about-divorce-key-considerations-before-you-decide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Read more<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Planning for the future: Is your estate plan fit for 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019ve recently experienced a major life change, including marriage, divorce, or a property purchase, your estate plan may need an update.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/stbb.co.za\/dev2\/pulse-planning-for-the-future-is-your-estate-plan-fit-for-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Read more<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Holiday contact disputes: What separated parents should know<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>School holidays often expose weaknesses in co-parenting arrangements. 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