From 6 April 2027, Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax will become mandatory for more sole traders and landlords, as the qualifying income threshold reduces from £50,000 to £30,000. This will be based on the qualifying income reported on their 2025/26 Self Assessment tax return. The expansion follows the initial introduction of MTD for Income Tax on 6 April 2026, which applies to sole traders and landlords with qualifying income over £50,000, based on their 2024/25 tax return. Amber’s blog has been updated to reflect the upcoming changes in April 2027, highlighting why it’s important to start preparing now and outlining the next steps to take if you’re affected. Check it out here > eu1.hubs.ly/H0zl5DZ0  #Brighton #MTD #IncomeTax

📩 Plus Insights for October has just dropped! This month, we're looking back at Game Republic New Horizons, sharing highlights from our Paint & Sip event in support of Amaze Sussex, and celebrating Chris and James' success at the TackleAfrica Brighton Golf Day!  We also have details of our upcoming Plus Conversations event focused on Xero, alongside our latest blogs covering financial health, giving your business finances a reset, and changes to Pensions and Inheritance Tax. 📖 Catch up on the latest here > eu1.hubs.ly/H0zl5Fd0  #Brighton #PlusInsights

“For us, the value of EVOLVE is as much about the quality of the conversations as the number of them.”  As a long-standing supporter of @SiliconBrighton and EVOLVE, we’re pleased to reflect on our relationship with the community and why supporting Brighton’s technology, creative and entrepreneurial ecosystem matters to us. In this spotlight interview, we explore how we support ambitious businesses across technology, video games and the wider creative industries, our ongoing B Corp journey and exciting projects, and why building genuine, long-term relationships remains such an important part of what we do. Read the full article to learn more about our work, our involvement with EVOLVE and what’s next for Plus Accounting > eu1.hubs.ly/H0zj8260  #Brighton #SiliconBrighton #EVOLVE #SponsorSpotlight

🎄 We’re pleased to be sponsoring @FairyTale_Fair Christmas Market this November! Taking place at St Augustine’s Brighton on Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 November 2026, the market will feature more than 40 stalls each day, packed with unique, locally made gifts. We’re also featured in The Fairy Tale Fair’s latest Local Business Spotlight, where we share more about Plus Accounting, why supporting local events and community causes is important to us, and even an inspirational quote! Read the full spotlight and find out more about next month’s Christmas Market here > eu1.hubs.ly/H0zj7pv0 (eu1.hubs.ly/H0zj7qK0)   #TheFairyTaleFair #Brighton #SupportLocal

✨ We’re proud to continue supporting @DreamyPlace_UK, Brighton’s festival of art, creative technology and digital culture. Dreamy Place gets underway tomorrow, with three days of art, moving image and creative technology taking place across Brighton until Sunday. As part of the festival, @OskaBright Film Festival and Dreamy Place are also planning a special outdoor cinema event on Saturday evening. 🌧️ With the current weather forecast looking uncertain, the screening may need to move indoors. A final decision is expected tomorrow, so please keep an eye out for further updates. More information on the event, including how to book can be found here > eu1.hubs.ly/H0zj6LW0  #Brighton #DreamyPlace #OskaBright #CreativeTech #FilmFestival

#ThrowbackThursday to a brilliant few days at @gamerepublic New Horizons! Last week, we headed to the Riverside Stadium in Middlesbrough for this year’s Game Republic New Horizons conference. As event sponsors, Mark Horsfield and Anna Collins caught up with familiar faces, made new connections and answered finance questions from across the games industry.  It was also fantastic to see how much the event has grown, with attendance up 78% this year. Plus, Middlesbrough mascot Roary the Lion, left with his very own Plus branded video game controller keyring! 📸 Here’s a few photos from a great few days. Read more here >  eu1.hubs.ly/H0zj5cb0  #GameRepublic #VideoGames #GRNewHorizons #EventSponsor

How do you value a business as part of matrimonial proceedings? When a privately owned or owner-managed business forms part of a matrimonial dispute, establishing its value can be an important part of understanding the financial position of both parties. But it’s not simply about arriving at a figure. The valuation needs to be independent, well-supported and clearly explained, with the ability to withstand Court scrutiny where required. Plus Accounting was instructed to independently value an established owner-managed company and consider the potential tax implications for its two shareholders if their shares were hypothetically sold. In our latest case study, Ed explains our approach to the valuation and tax analysis, and how we produced a robust report suitable for Court proceedings > eu1.hubs.ly/H0zgv9Y0  #Brighton #BusinessValuation #MatrimonialProceedings

From 6 April 2027, most unused pension funds and pension death benefits will be included in the calculation of an individual’s estate for Inheritance Tax (IHT) purposes. If you have built up substantial pension savings, the changes could affect how much of your wealth you can pass on to your family. For many people, pensions have been an important part of both retirement planning and passing wealth to the next generation. However, the new rules mean it may be time to review how your pension fits into your wider financial and estate planning arrangements. In this new article, our Senior Tax Manager, Louise Parker explains what’s changing, who could be affected and what you may want to consider before April 2027. Check it out here > eu1.hubs.ly/H0zgv6L0  #Brighton #Pensions #IHT #EstatePlanning

🎨 Paint, Sip and Support for Amaze Sussex! Yesterday, the Plus Accounting team came together for a special Paint & Sip event in support of local charity @AmazeSussex. Inspired by The Story Trail, which Plus Accounting is proud to sponsor, the event saw team members put their creative skills to the test by designing and painting their very own miniature BookBench sculptures. With so many brilliant and completely different designs, competition was high, especially with a prize up for grabs! Once the time was up, Vicky King had the difficult task of selecting a winner from the impressive collection of designs. It was a tough decision but after much consideration, Maria Thomas was crowned the winner, taking home a sardine themed medal and goodies as well as her BookBench creation! Most importantly, the event helped raise funds for Amaze Sussex, with proceeds from each miniature BookBench paint kit going directly to the charity to help support the fantastic work they do.  A huge thank you to everyone who took part and helped make the event such an enjoyable occasion!  Read more and take a look at the finished BookBench creations here > eu1.hubs.ly/H0zgvDC0  #Brighton #SitWithUs #TheStoryTrail

💡 Another brilliant Brighton Summit! Last week, Vicky King headed to the Brighton Dome for Brighton Summit: Think Differently, joining businesses from across the city for a packed day of fresh ideas, inspiring conversations and new connections. Vicky also lent a hand to the @BrightonChamber team with speaker sign-in before making the most of everything the Summit had to offer. From thought-provoking talks and interactive workshops to catching up with familiar faces and meeting plenty of new ones, it was a great opportunity to step away from the day-to-day and think a little differently. It was great to see so many of you there! 👋 #BrightonSummit #Brighton

Have you read our October News Round-Up?  Inside this month’s edition:  ➕ UK inflation rising to 3.1% as fuel costs climb ➕ AI helping drive surprise UK growth in July ➕ HMRC cancelling a record number of tax penalties ➕ Six in 10 millionaires considering leaving the UK over tax concerns Download here > eu1.hubs.ly/H0zfhht0  #Brighton #NewsRoundUp #AccountingNews

🎮 What a fantastic few days at @gamerepublic New Horizons! Last week, we headed north to the Riverside Stadium in Middlesbrough for this year’s Game Republic New Horizons conference, and it certainly didn’t disappoint. As Event Sponsors, Mark Horsfield and Anna Collins were there throughout the event, catching up with familiar faces, making new connections and answering finance questions from across the games industry. It was fantastic to see the event continue to grow too, with attendance up an impressive 78% this year! Across the three days, studios, publishers, platforms and industry professionals came together for conversations around the opportunities, emerging markets and skills shaping the future of games, with an incredible line-up of speakers including Ken Kutaragi. And, of course, we couldn’t leave without meeting Middlesborough mascot Roary the Lion, who was very pleased with his Plus branded video game controller keyring! Read more from Game Republic New Horizons here > eu1.hubs.ly/H0zfhPm0  #GameRepublic #VideoGames #GRNewHorizons #EventSponsor

Last month, Mark Horsfield and Vicky King joined businesses from across the digital, creative and technology sectors for a roundtable event at Plus X Innovation. Bringing together businesses from games, SaaS, software, e-learning, immersive, digital products and the wider creative technology sector, the session explored how greater collaboration could help address shared challenges and unlock new opportunities. It was great to see so many familiar faces sharing experiences and ideas, with plenty of thoughtful discussion around how businesses across these sectors can work more closely together. 📸 Here are a few photos from the event, including the group discussions and expert-led panel. #Brighton #Digital #Creative #Tech

🎮 Building a video games business? We know the industry. From starting an indie studio and securing funding to scaling your team or planning for future growth, having advisers who understand the games industry can make a real difference. At Plus Accounting, we support studios with a wide range of accounting, tax and advisory services, including VGEC, funding and forecasting, SEIS and EIS, EMI options, R&D tax relief, bookkeeping, VAT, payroll and company valuations. Whatever stage your studio is at, we’re here to help you navigate the financial side of running and growing your business. Find out more about our specialist accounting services for the video games industry here > eu1.hubs.ly/H0zbfgB0  #Brighton #VGEC #VideoGamesAccounting

🧘 A Sunday well spent at @TOMvenue! Some of the Plus team recently enjoyed a slightly different Sunday, taking part in a sound bath at The Old Market as part of its Feel Good programme. It was a great opportunity to slow down, switch off and enjoy something a little different, while making the most of the brilliant creativity, culture and experiences available right here in Brighton & Hove. We’re proud to support The Old Market and programmes like this that encourage people to take some time for themselves and try something new. Looking for something different to do this autumn or winter? Explore The Old Market’s programme here > eu1.hubs.ly/H0zbg270  #Brighton #MentalHealthDay #TheOldMarket #FeelGood

Growing sales and money in the bank can be encouraging signs, but they don’t necessarily give you the full picture. Turnover, profit and cash flow each reveal something different about the financial health and performance of your business. A business can be growing its sales but seeing margins fall. It can be profitable on paper but struggling for cash. And a healthy bank balance doesn’t always mean that money is available to spend. Understanding the difference can help you make better decisions around pricing, recruitment, investment and future growth. Our latest blog explains turnover, profit and cash flow, why all three matter and the key numbers business owners should be reviewing regularly > eu1.hubs.ly/H0zbdZb0  #Brighton #CashFlow #BusinessFinance #ManagementAccounts

🏆 We’re heading back to the @TIGAAwards as finalists! Following our award win last year, we’re delighted to once again be named a Finalist for Best Tax and Accountancy Firm at the TIGA Games Industry Awards 2026. The awards celebrate the developers, publishers, educators, service providers and individuals making an impact across the UK games industry, so we’re incredibly proud to be recognised alongside so many fantastic organisations. We’re looking forward to the ceremony in London on Wednesday 18 November for what promises to be another fantastic evening. 🔗 Find out more here > eu1.hubs.ly/H0z4LC-0  Good luck to all this year’s finalists! 🎮 #Brighton #GamesIndustry #TIGAawards #Finalist #VideoGamesAccounting

Looking to reward and retain key employees? An Enterprise Management Incentive (EMI) scheme can offer qualifying businesses a tax-efficient way to give employees a stake in the company’s future. However setting up an EMI scheme involves more than simply deciding how many options to grant. From checking company and employee eligibility to agreeing valuations, setting vesting and exercise conditions, and meeting HMRC requirements, there are several important steps to get right. Our latest blog takes you through the process of setting up an EMI scheme, including the key eligibility criteria, how options can be structured and what businesses need to consider before granting them > eu1.hubs.ly/H0z4KgR0  #Brighton #EMIScheme

🎱 Less than a week to go until our annual charity pool match! On Thursday 22 October, we’ll be going head-to-head with Quality Care Group once again, with both teams competing to secure a larger share of the prize pot for their chosen charity. This year, we’ll be playing in support of Survivors’ Network. Now in its third year, the overall score stands at 1–1, so there’s everything to play for! #Brighton #Charity #Fundraising

Pensions and Inheritance Tax: changes are coming from April 2027 From 6 April 2027, most unused pension funds and lump sum death benefits are set to be brought within the scope of Inheritance Tax, changing the role pensions can play in estate planning. For those affected, this could mean reviewing pension nominations, wills and wider estate plans, as well as considering how assets are passed on to family and other beneficiaries and the potential Inheritance Tax exposure across your pension and wider estate. Existing plans that were structured around pensions sitting outside the estate may therefore need to be reconsidered ahead of the new rules. Our latest Spotlight explains what’s changing, the potential planning implications and the key points to consider > eu1.hubs.ly/H0z4K7_0  #Brighton #IHT #Pensions