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MTD Income Tax Quarterly Updates

Quarterly MTD Updates for Sole Traders & Landlords

Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax is one of the biggest changes to UK tax reporting in decades. If you are a sole trader or landlord, the way you report your income to HMRC is changing – and it is already under way.

From 6 April 2026, affected individuals must keep digital records and submit quarterly income and expense updates to HMRC using compatible software, replacing the single annual Self Assessment return. Accounting Wise will handle all of this for you, making sure your submissions are accurate, on time, and fully compliant from £15pm

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How We Can Help With MTD Income Tax Quarterly Updates?

If you are a sole trader or landlord now operating under Making Tax Digital, Accounting Wise is here to make the process straightforward. Contact us today to find out how we can take the admin off your plate and keep you fully compliant with HMRC’s new reporting requirements.

At Accounting Wise, we work with sole traders and landlords across the UK to manage their MTD Income Tax obligations from start to finish. That means helping you set up MTD-compatible software, submitting your quarterly updates to HMRC accurately and on time, and handling your end-of-period statement and final declaration – giving you a complete, managed service you can rely on.

MTD for Income Tax is now live for those with qualifying income over £50,000, with a further wave of mandation arriving in April 2027 for those earning over £30,000. Whether you are already submitting quarterly updates or approaching your mandation date, our team is ready to guide you through every step with clear, practical advice and hands-on support.

How Can Accounting Wise Help With MTD Income Tax Quarterly Updates

Common MTD Income Tax areas we can help with

Sole Traders
Entering MTD

Whether you are newly self-employed or have been filing Self Assessment for years, we will confirm whether you are in scope, register you with HMRC, and manage every quarterly submission on your behalf.

Claiming Allowable
Expenses

We will make sure all allowable business expenses are correctly recorded and claimed in your quarterly updates – including equipment, vehicle costs, professional fees, and use of home – to keep your tax liability as low as possible.

Landlords with
Property Income

MTD applies to landlords as well as sole traders. Whether you have one rental property or several, we will set up your digital records, manage your quarterly submissions, and make sure your property income and expenses are reported accurately to HMRC.

Mixed Income – Self-Employment and Property

If you have both self-employment and rental income, your qualifying income is combined for MTD threshold purposes. We will advise on how this affects your obligations and manage submissions across all your income sources.

Capital Allowances and Equipment

If you invest in equipment or assets for your business, we will make sure capital allowances are correctly claimed and timed to align with your cash flow and tax planning.

More Than Just Quarterly Compliance

We do not just file your updates and move on. We help you keep your finances organised throughout the year, reduce your tax liability where possible, and stay ahead of any changes to MTD requirements – so you can focus on your business with confidence.

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Included in Your MTD Income Tax Services

  • Representation in the event of an HMRC investigation

  • Unlimited help and advice

  • Reminders for all of your important deadlines

  • Access to business guides and resources

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Our accredited accountants have a range of qualifications from the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT), Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW). We are also an Institute of Certified Practising Accountants (ICPA) accredited firm.

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What is MTD for Income Tax?

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax is a government initiative that changes how sole traders and landlords report their income to HMRC. Instead of filing a single Self Assessment tax return each January, those in scope must keep digital records and submit four quarterly updates each tax year using HMRC-compatible software, followed by a final declaration.

MTD applies to your combined gross income from self-employment and UK property – before expenses are deducted. If that total exceeds the relevant threshold, you are required to comply. Even if you are not yet mandated, signing up voluntarily can help you get familiar with the process before your deadline arrives.

Learn more about Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (ITSA)

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MTD Income Tax – Managed Compliance for Sole Traders and Landlords

If you are a sole trader or landlord with qualifying income above the MTD threshold, you are required to keep digital records and submit quarterly updates to HMRC. We make sure your income and expenses are recorded accurately, your submissions are prepared correctly, and everything is filed on time – every quarter.

Understanding what counts as qualifying income, what expenses are allowable, and how to structure your records digitally can be more involved than it first appears. We guide you through it all, making sure your finances are tax-efficient and fully compliant with HMRC requirements.

If you have allowable business expenses – such as equipment, vehicle costs, professional fees, or use of home – we will make sure these are correctly accounted for in your quarterly updates and final declaration, helping to reduce your overall tax liability.

Tailored Advice for Your Circumstances

Whether you are a self-employed individual, a landlord with one property or several, or a combination of both, we tailor our MTD service to suit your situation. We regularly advise on matters such as allowable expense claims, income classification, record-keeping requirements, and the most tax-efficient approach for your business.

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Stay Informed: MTD Income Tax News & Updates

Your trusted source for the latest HMRC guidance on Making Tax Digital, quarterly reporting requirements, and expert insights for sole traders and landlords. Stay ahead of deadlines and rule changes with updates that help you stay compliant and plan with confidence.

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Essential FAQs for MTD Income Tax

While you can manage your own MTD submissions, using an accountant means your quarterly updates and final declaration are prepared accurately and filed on time. It also means you have expert support if HMRC raises any queries, and someone reviewing your records throughout the year to make sure you are not paying more tax than necessary.

Our service covers everything – HMRC registration, software setup, preparation and submission of all four quarterly updates, your end-of-year final declaration, and unlimited advice throughout the year. All included in a clear monthly fee with no hidden costs.

Our MTD Income Tax service is priced on a clear monthly basis so you can spread the cost across the year. The exact fee will depend on your circumstances. Use our quote builder for an instant estimate or get in touch and we will talk you through your options.

Yes. Switching to Accounting Wise is straightforward. We handle the transfer process, including notifying HMRC of the change of agent, so there is no disruption to your compliance and no deadlines missed in the process.

Absolutely. If your income is approaching one of the thresholds, or you simply want to get set up before your deadline arrives, we can advise you now and make sure you are ready well in advance. Early preparation makes the transition significantly smoother.

Switching to us for MTD Income Tax support is easy

1 Choose Your Package

Select the MTD Income Tax support that best suits your needs. Choose from our ready-made packages or build your own to see exactly how much you’ll be paying each month.


2 Sign Up with Us

Once you’ve chosen your service level, just send over a few details using our quick sign-up form or give us a call to get started.


3 You’re Ready to Go

That’s it! We’ll get your MTD service set up, contact your previous accountant if needed, and begin the authorisation process with HMRC – so you’re ready well before your first quarterly deadline.

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