Making Tax Digital, sorted
MTD for Income Tax went live on 6 April 2026. LandlordOS handles the digital record keeping, AI categorisation, and quarterly submissions — we're just waiting on our HMRC production credentials to flip the switch.
All MTD features included free during Early Access
HMRC approval pending Sandbox tested end-to-end. Production submissions unlock the moment HMRC signs off our application.
Where the rollout stands today
HMRC's Making Tax Digital for Income Tax is now mandatory for landlords above £50,000. If that's you, you need compatible software for quarterly updates and your End of Period Statement. More landlords are being folded in from April 2027 and April 2028.
Gross income over £50,000
Mandatory from 6 April 2026. First quarterly update due by 7 August 2026. LandlordOS handles the record keeping and submissions.
Gross income over £30,000
Threshold drops to £30,000 from April 2027 — a big jump in scope. Get your systems sorted now, not in the scramble.
Gross income over £20,000
Threshold drops again to £20,000 (subject to legislation) — most portfolio landlords will be in by then.
What is Making Tax Digital?
Making Tax Digital (MTD) is HMRC's programme to move the UK tax system online. For landlords, it means:
- Digital record keeping - No more paper receipts and spreadsheets. All records must be kept in compatible software.
- Quarterly updates - You'll submit income and expense summaries to HMRC every 3 months.
- End of year finalisation - A final declaration replaces part of your Self Assessment return.
The days of submitting one annual tax return are ending. HMRC wants real-time visibility of your rental business throughout the year.
How LandlordOS makes MTD effortless
We've designed LandlordOS from the ground up to handle MTD compliance automatically.
Digital record keeping
From the moment you sign up, every transaction and document is stored digitally in MTD-compatible format. You're compliant from day one.
AutomaticStatement upload imports transactions
Upload your bank statement and AI extracts every transaction automatically. Rent payments, expenses, and transfers are identified and categorised in seconds.
AI-PoweredAI categorises income vs expenses
Our AI recognises rent payments, mortgage interest, repairs, insurance — all the HMRC categories. It matches transactions to properties automatically.
AI-PoweredQuarterly submission to HMRC
When it's time to submit, click once. LandlordOS sends your quarterly update directly to HMRC through their official API. No spreadsheets, no manual forms.
Direct to HMRCEnd of year finalisation
After your fourth quarterly update, LandlordOS prepares your final declaration. Review it, adjust if needed, and submit. Your MTD obligations are complete.
One ClickYour MTD quarterly timeline
Four updates per year, plus one final declaration. Here's when they're due.
6 April – 5 July
First quarterly update due by 31 July
6 July – 5 October
Second quarterly update due by 31 October
6 October – 5 January
Third quarterly update due by 31 January
6 January – 5 April
Fourth quarterly update due by 31 May
Final Declaration
Final declaration due by 31 January (following year)
LandlordOS sends you reminders before each deadline. You'll never miss a submission.
MTD features included free
Everything you need for MTD compliance is included during Early Access: digital records, statement upload, AI categorisation, quarterly submissions, and end-of-year finalisation.
Unlimited properties. Unlimited submissions. No credit card required.
Get Started FreeCompare the alternatives:
- Accountant MTD filing £200–500/year
- FreeAgent £14.50/month
- QuickBooks £12/month
- Xero £15/month
LandlordOS is free during Early Access and built specifically as MTD software for landlords.
The Complete MTD Guide for Landlords
Not sure if MTD applies to you? Want to understand the rules in detail? Our comprehensive guide explains everything UK landlords need to know about Making Tax Digital.
- Who needs to comply (and who’s exempt)
- Exactly what records you must keep
- What happens if you don’t comply
- How to prepare before the deadline
Don’t wait until the deadline
The landlords who prepare now will find MTD painless. Those who scramble in March 2026 won’t.
Free during Early Access. All MTD features included.
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