Making Tax Digital for Landlords

Making Tax Digital for Landlords

Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax Self Assessment requires landlords with income over £50,000 to keep digital records and submit quarterly updates to HMRC from April 2026.

Who is Affected:

• From April 2026: Landlords with income over £50,000
• From April 2027: Landlords with income over £30,000
• From April 2028: Landlords with income over £20,000

What You Must Do:

• Keep digital records of income and expenses
• Submit quarterly updates to HMRC
• Submit an end-of-period statement annually
• Use HMRC-compatible software

Compatible Software Options:

• QuickBooks, Xero, FreeAgent
• Landlord-specific software available
• HMRC free tools for simple cases