What Making Tax Digital means for landlords
Instead of one tax return a year, landlords in Making Tax Digital keep digital records and send HMRC quarterly updates through compatible software, followed by a final return. The thresholds are based on your income in earlier tax years, so check your position early.
Want it set up properly? An accountant who works with landlords can handle it, and look at your tax at the same time. Request a call back.
Frequently asked questions
When does Making Tax Digital start for landlords?
From April 2026 for qualifying income over £50,000, April 2027 for over £30,000 and April 2028 for over £20,000. Qualifying income is your gross rental income plus self-employed income.
Does Making Tax Digital use rent or profit?
It's based on gross income before expenses, not profit. For jointly owned property, it's your share of the rent.
What do I have to do under Making Tax Digital?
Keep digital records using compatible software and send HMRC quarterly updates, followed by an end-of-year return.
Request a call back
Tell us a little about your situation and we'll call you, usually within one working day, to understand what you need. If it would help, we'll then put you in touch with a landlord tax specialist. We'll always tell you who they are before passing on your details. We don't give advice ourselves, and there's no obligation.