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Start with the most helpful MTD resources: a quick video, an interactive quiz, and a complete guide to get you ready.
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Making Tax Digital - The complete guide

A complete introduction to MTD requirements, who’s affected, and what you need to do.

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How ready are UK landlords for MTD?

We surveyed 500 landlords and letting agents to find out. ‍The numbers suggest they have never been more exposed to getting it wrong.

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MTD explained in 5 minutes

MTD explained in 5 minutes

Explore the various software solutions available for MTD compliance.

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Get MTD-Compliant in minutes

Join 100,000+ UK landlords using Landlord Studio. It’s quick to set up, simple to use, and gives you confidence that everything is accurate and up to date:

  • Track expenses on-the-go
  • Generate HMRC-ready reports instantly
  • Stay fully compliant
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Nexus by Landlord Studio and LRG sign UK MTD partnership

LRG is rolling out Nexus by Landlord Studio as its sole Making Tax Digital solution for landlords across its 73,000-property managed portfolio.

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Joint vs Individual Student Tenancies: Which Is Safer Under the Renters’ Rights Act?

One student can end a joint tenancy for the whole house. How joint and room-only agreements compare on Ground 4A, council tax, rent increases and turnover risk.

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Dec 2025

Student Lettings: A Complete Guide for UK Landlords

How to rent to students in the UK under the Renters’ Rights Act. Ground 4A, the six-month signing rule, rent in advance limits and the before move-in checklist.

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Student Possession Under the Renters’ Rights Act (Ground 4A Guide)

Ground 4A is how student landlords recover a HMO for the summer changeover. The five conditions, the four-month notice timing, and the six-month signing trap.

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Can You Do MTD Without an Accountant?

You don’t need an accountant for Making Tax Digital. Here’s what HMRC actually requires and how to manage MTD yourself with the right software.

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Can You Do MTD Without an Accountant?
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MTD Qualifying Income Explained

MTD qualifying income explained: what counts, what doesn’t, and whether you’re in scope.

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What Making Tax Digital is really costing landlords (2026 data)

New research: MTD now costs the average UK landlord £3,311 a year and 13.1 hours a month, yet only 31% have MTD-ready software. See what the data reveals.

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What Making Tax Digital is really costing landlords (2026 data)
Latest news

Nexus by Landlord Studio and LRG sign UK MTD partnership

LRG is rolling out Nexus by Landlord Studio as its sole Making Tax Digital solution for landlords across its 73,000-property managed portfolio.

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Nexus by Landlord Studio and LRG sign UK MTD partnership
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25% of Landlords Might Leave the Market Over MTD Burden

New Landlord Studio research finds 22% of UK landlords have considered leaving the market as MTD adds admin. Plus how letting agents can help.

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MTD for Landlords Using a Letting Agent

Using a letting agent doesn’t exempt you from Making Tax Digital. Learn what they can and can’t do, plus how to get MTD-ready with software.

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MTD Success in 2026: Measuring What Matters

Learn how accounting firms can measure MTD success in year one. Balance client support, compliance and team health while everyone is still learning.

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MTD Success in 2026: Measuring What Matters
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​​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.

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​​Choosing the Right MTD Software: Avoiding Common Pitfalls
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Guides and Resources

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.

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The MTD Checklist for Landlords
Landlord Studio MTD Accountant Masterclass episode 3 cover — “How to Streamline Your MTD Quarterly Workflows” — hosted by Logan Ransley with expert guest John Toon.
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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.

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Building Flexible Workflows for MTD Quarterly Submissions
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Landlord Making Tax Digital FAQs

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

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Landlord Making Tax Digital FAQs
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Education

Which Income Types 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.

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Which Income Types Count Towards the MTD Threshold?
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Advice

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.

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Who Qualifies for MTD Exemptions and How to Apply?
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How Landlords Can Comply with MTD Digital Records

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

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How Landlords Can Comply with MTD Digital Records
Illustration of a Making Tax Digital submission tracker showing Q1 and Q2 submitted, Q3 due now, and a final submission, with a person filing at a desk.
Advice

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.

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

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.

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Latest news

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.

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MTD for IT: Key Dates for Your Rental Business
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Guides and Resources

A Landlord’s Guide To MTD for Income Tax

MTD for Income Tax requires landlords to keep digital records and file quarterly updates with HMRC. The rules, the deadlines and the software you need.

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A Landlord’s Guide To MTD for Income Tax