Making Tax Digital (MTD)
Everything UK tradespeople need to know about Making Tax Digital — HMRC requirements, deadlines, and how to stay compliant.
MTD quarterly updates: what tradespeople need to submit in 2026
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax is coming in April 2026. Here is exactly what you need to submit each quarter, when deadlines fall, and how to stay compliant without a panic.
Making Tax Digital for sole traders 2026: what you actually need to do
MTD for Income Tax starts April 2026 for sole traders earning over 50k. Here is exactly what changes, the deadlines you need to hit, and what software you need.
Digital receipts and expense tracking for MTD compliance
Understand MTD requirements and how digital receipts and expense tracking ensure compliance for UK tradespeople.
The £3,000 trading allowance 2027: do you still need MTD?
Understand how the proposed £3,000 trading allowance affects MTD obligations, especially for small-scale tradespeople by 2027.
How to set up MTD-compatible digital records from scratch
Get ready for MTD ITSA with a comprehensive guide on setting up digital records for UK tradespeople, including software options and submission tips.
MTD penalty points: how the new system works in 2026
Learn how HMRC's new MTD penalty points system affects your submissions and penalties in 2026.
MTD penalties for late filing: what UK sole traders face in 2026
MTD compatible software for tradespeople: the best options in 2026
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax starts in April 2026. Here are the best MTD-compatible software options for UK tradespeople — including free and paid tools, what to look for, and how to get set up.
Making Tax Digital for Plumbers: Everything You Need to Know
MTD for Income Tax Self Assessment starts April 2026. If you run a plumbing business as a sole trader or landlord earning over £50,000, you need to be ready. Here is a plain-English guide covering what changes, what you need to do, and how to avoid penalties.
Making Tax Digital for Electricians: Your Complete MTD Guide
Electricians working under CIS or as self-employed sole traders face the same MTD for ITSA deadline: April 2026 for earnings over £50,000. This guide explains what digital records you must keep, how quarterly reporting works, and what tools actually make compliance painless.