Mtd Guides

HMRC says you can use more than one software product for Making Tax Digital. Directory data shows 93 of 133 tools cannot complete a single tax-return item, which is why so many people end up with two.

HMRC Assist checks your MTD submissions against the data HMRC already holds and flags likely errors inside your software. Only 29 of the 133 listed products support it, and the directory gives no signal about who is building it.

MTD for Income Tax lets you report on tax-year quarters ending 5 July, or calendar quarters ending 30 June. The deadlines are identical. Here is how to choose, and why 25 of 133 tools cannot offer the choice.

We compared TapTax, Xero, QuickBooks, FreeAgent, Sage and GoSimpleTax for MTD 2026. Prices, free options and the honest pick for sole traders.

MTD applies to landlords with property income over £50,000 from April 2026.

MTD for sole traders starts April 2026 for income over £50,000. Learn who is affected, what changes, common mistakes, allowable expenses, and how to get ready.

Understand HMRC's points-based penalty system for late MTD submissions. Learn how penalty points work, fine amounts, and how to appeal or avoid penalties.

Complete guide to Making Tax Digital deadlines from 2026 to 2028. Know your income threshold, quarterly filing dates, and how to avoid HMRC penalties.

Making Tax Digital (MTD) requires UK sole traders to keep digital records and file quarterly. Learn who it affects, key deadlines, and how to prepare.