Making Tax Digital for UK landlords

About the “How to Rent” Guide for Landlords in England

The How to Rent guide is an online government document that outlines renting advice and guidelines for tenants renting in England and Wales.

Landlords and Self-Assessment For Rental Income

In this article, we explore what landlords and real estate investors need to know about income tax self-assessment for rental income.

About Fire Safety Regulations For Landlords and Rental Properties

There are numerous fire safety regulations for landlords that you need to comply with to ensure that your rental property is safe for tenants.

6 Tips for More Accurate Rental Accounting

As a landlord and property investor it's your responsibility to ensure you keep accurate rental accounts compliant with HMRC regulations.

Gas Safety Certificates: What Landlords Need To Know

Landlords must ensure their rental properties are safe and habitable. Part of this is completing annual gas safety checks.

Fair Wear and Tear vs Damage for Rental Property

Fair wear and tear is the gradual and natural deterioration of a property caused by the normal use of an occupying tenant.

Best Rental Property Accounting Software for Landlords in the UK

What do you need to know about rental property accounting, and which software is best for your needs as a property investor?

Tenant Fees and Deposits | My Property World Panel Podcast

The Tenant Fees Act strictly limits what landlords can and can't charge tenants. Landlords must stay compliant to avoid hefty fines..

About Section 24 and What It Means For Property Investors | Podcast

We sit down with our panel of experts and talk about what actually is section 24, and what it means for landlords in the long term.

Capital Gains Taxes | My Property World Podcast Panel

In order to mitigate tax liability landlords need to think about capital gains early, get software, speak with advisors, and plan your exit.

How to future proof your rental business from big changes like EPC regulations

Why is the government pushing for an increase in the minimum EPC rating for rentals and what can landlords do to prepare for this change?

About The Suggested EPC Regulation Changes | Podcast

In this episode of My Property World our expert panel talks about the suggested EPC regulation changes and what landlords can do to prepare.

What is a Rent Guarantor and When Should Landlords Require One?

A rent guarantor provides landlords with a level of certainty and financial security by agreeing to share a tenants rent responsibility.

Everything Landlords Need To Know About Making Tax Digital | Podcast

Find out what property industry professionals have to say about the change to Making Tax Digital and how it's going to impact landlords.

Making Tax Digital Could Help You Grow Your Rental Business: Here’s How…

Making tax digital is not just about compliance, but also about knowing profit, how much tax owe, and opportunities for further expansion.

MTD Success in 2026: Measuring What Matters

John Toon shares MTD success strategies for firms: balance client support, measure compliance & team health, and embrace adaptability. Year one is for learning, not perfection.

​​Choosing the Right MTD Software: Avoiding Common Pitfalls

Learn to evaluate and pilot MTD software for your landlord clients. Get tips on security, client needs, and vendor assessment.

The MTD Checklist for Landlords

Prepare for Making Tax Digital with our free MTD checklist for landlords. Learn key steps to stay compliant and get MTD-ready with Landlord Studio.

Building Flexible Workflows for MTD Quarterly Submissions

In episode 3 of our MTD masterclass, John Toon takes us through building sustainable MTD workflows, service models, and potential pitfalls to avoid.

Getting Tech-Resistant Landlord Clients Ready for MTD

Help tech-resistant landlord clients adopt MTD software. Practical strategies for accountants to reduce resistance and create revenue opportunities.

MTD Masterclass | Preparing Landlord Clients for MTD with Digital Workflows

Join our 5-part MTD masterclass for UK accountants. Learn how to prepare landlord clients for quarterly digital submissions with expert guidance and practical strategies.

How To Get Landlord Clients MTD Ready | MTD Masterclass

MTD for Income Tax starts April 2026. Discover how quarterly submissions will impact landlord accounting and why accounting firms must prepare now.

Landlord Making Tax Digital FAQs

Get answers to all your Making Tax Digital questions with our complete MTD FAQ guide for businesses and individuals.

Which Types of Income Count Towards the MTD Threshold?

Learn what counts as qualifying income for Making Tax Digital and how it affects your tax reporting requirements under the new MTD for IT rules.

Who Qualifies for MTD Exemptions and How to Apply?

Find out who qualifies for Making Tax Digital exemptions and which businesses or individuals may be eligible for relief.

What Are Digital Records Under MTD and How Can Landlords Comply?

Discover what digital records are, why they’re important for MTD compliance, and how they can help you keep accurate and tax-ready.

Can You Use Spreadsheets for MTD? Why Excel Won’t Cut It

Wondering if you can use Excel for Making Tax Digital? Learn how Excel fits MTD requirements and what you need to know.

How Should Landlords Handle Jointly Owned Property Under MTD?

Joint ownership complicates taxes, and Making Tax Digital adds even more complexity. Learn how joint ownership affects your tax filing under MTD.

Overview: Landlord Making Tax Digital FAQs

We answer the most common landlord questions about Making Tax Digital so you can feel prepared and compliant well before the deadlines.

MTD Readiness Quiz

When does MTD impact you? And what do you need to do to get ready? Test your Making Tax Digital readiness with our free MTD readiness quiz to find out.

Using Landlord Studio for MTD

Landlord Studio is an MTD software designed for landlords, with easy-to-use digital record-keeping tools and streamlined quarterly updates. It is HMRC-recognised and ready for MTD for IT.

A Closer Look at MTD Bridging Software

What is MTD bridging software? What are digital links? How does bridging software work? And is MTD bridging software right for your rental business?

MTD Software for Landlords

The right MTD software for landlords needs to go beyond basic tax compliance. From digital records and streamlined submissions to effective property accounting and property management.

Making Tax Digital for IT Penalties

We explore HMRC’s new penalties for late submissions of quarterly updates and the financial penalties for late payments.

Making Tax Digital for IT Exemptions

We take a look at MTD exemptions and explore whether your business could be exempted from Making Tax Digital for Income Tax.

MTD for IT: Key Dates for Your Rental Business

We provide a full list of all of the key dates to bear in mind to help you prepare your rental business for the MTD for IT change.

How to Sign Up for MTD for IT: A Step-by-Step Guide

Find out how to sign up for MTD for IT, when you need to sign up, whether you might be exempt, and what you need to do to register.

MTD for IT Quarterly Updates and Final Declarations Explained

We detail everything you need to know about the new quarterly update requirements and final declarations for MTD for IT.

MTD for Landlords: Requirements

Learn the main requirements of Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD for IT) for landlords, including quarterly updates, digital records, software, and final declarations.

A Landlord's Guide To MTD for Income Tax

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD for IT) requires landlords to keep digital records and submit quarterly updates to HMRC. Learn key rules, deadlines, and software.