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The government claim Making Tax Digital works “well for those who need it”, despite ongoing criticism over the scheme. The controversial scheme came into force in April this year, with landlords earning more than £50,000 required to keep digital records and submit quarterly updates to HMRC using authorised MTD-compliant software. Landlords earning between £30,000 and £50,000 will join the scheme in April 2027. Can apply for an exemption In a written parliamentary question, Liberal Democrat MP James MacCleary asked: “what assessment has the government made of the potential impact of Making Tax Digital on those over-70?” In response, Labour MP Dan Tomlinson said: “The government has worked with taxpayers, representative bodies and software developers to ensure Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax works well for those who need to use it. “The government has worked with the software industry to ensure a wide range of options are available to suit different needs and budgets, including low-cost and free software, supporting those with the simplest affairs. Many products are designed for users who manage their own tax affairs or those new to digital tools. “Where a taxpayer cannot use MTD for Income Tax, for example due to age or disability, they can apply for exemption from the MTD requirements.” No advantage to Making Tax Digital As previously reported by Property118, despite the government claiming Making Tax Digital will help landlords, an accountant says this is not the case. Simon Misiewicz previously told Property118: “There’s no real benefit beyond maybe streamlining some of the work you already do, does it help with tax returns and submissions? The truth is, I can’t see how. “There’s no advantage for the individual in submitting quarterly returns, because HMRC doesn’t do anything with them until the end of the year. You don’t pay your taxes any earlier, and there is no real cash-flow benefit for the government”. The government admitted in the Making Tax Digital impact assessment that landlords earning £50,000 could incur an average transitional cost of £285 and an average annual additional cost of £115.

Government defends Making Tax Digital amid concerns over older taxpayers

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

11th June 2026, 2 weeks ago | 10

The government claim Making Tax Digital works “well for those who need it”, despite ongoing criticism over the scheme. The...

: Buy-to-let property at a crossroads under Making Tax Digital changes for UK landlords

Forget the RRA for a moment. Time to get out?

Author: Readers Question

19th May 2026, 1 month ago | 2

Making Tax Digital will affect landlords, especially those who have other self employments and not using an accountant. Will have...

Digital tax interface representing Making Tax Digital deadline for landlords and agents

Landlords urged to act as Making Tax Digital deadline looms

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

25th March 2026, 3 months ago | 2

With less than two weeks to go until Making Tax Digital comes into force, an industry body is urging letting...

Landlord completing digital tax records on a laptop as part of Making Tax Digital compliance

Government says support in place for landlords ahead of Making Tax Digital

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

16th March 2026, 3 months ago | 13

The government has claimed it is offering support to landlords ahead of the introduction of Making Tax Digital, despite a...

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Making Tax Digital – can’t sell, can’t rent, screwed?

Author: Readers Question

16th March 2026, 3 months ago | 4

Hello, Will I become liable for Making Tax Digital (MTD) if I rent out instead of selling my property? As...

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Landlords slow to sign up for Making Tax Digital as deadline nears

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

10th March 2026, 4 months ago | 9

With less than a month to go until Making Tax Digital comes into force, only 5% of taxpayers, including landlords,...

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Google searches for Making Tax Digital hit record high

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

9th March 2026, 4 months ago | 8

Searches for Making Tax Digital have surged ahead of the April deadline, according to new research. Under the controversial scheme,...

Digital tax form interface on laptop highlighting Making Tax Digital readiness for landlords

Four in five landlords ready for Making Tax Digital

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

2nd March 2026, 4 months ago | 3

With only a month to go until Making Tax Digital, landlords are feeling more prepared than sole traders, claims a...

Digital tax compliance interface highlighting a £1,000 fine risk for landlords under Making Tax Digital

Landlords face fines for not updating contact details under Making Tax Digital

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

9th February 2026, 4 months ago | 18

The government could impose a £1,000 fine on landlords who fail to update their digital contact details under Making Tax...

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Landlords spared late filing fines in first year of Making Tax Digital

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

6th February 2026, 5 months ago | 6

The government has announced it will support landlords transitioning to Making Tax Digital (MTD) by waiving penalty points for late...

Landlord calculating tax with digital icons highlighting Making Tax Digital reporting and HMRC deadlines

HMRC writes to landlords as Making Tax Digital deadline approaches

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

5th February 2026, 5 months ago | 24

HMRC will write to thousands of landlords in the coming weeks ahead of the rollout of Making Tax Digital (MTD)....

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Landlords face filing burden under Making Tax Digital

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

12th January 2026, 5 months ago | 26

Landlords are being encouraged to finalise their self-assessment earlier, ahead of Making Tax Digital, which could leave them having to...

Businessman trapped between two walls symbolizing landlords under pressure from new property legislation

The second crucial deadline for section 21 notices and Making Tax Digital?

Author: Readers Question

17th December 2025, 6 months ago | 0

Most, if not all, landlords understand that from 1 May 2026, the section 21 route to exit the Private Rented...

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Landlords face higher costs with Making Tax Digital and need to prepare

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

21st November 2025, 7 months ago | 31

Landlords face extra costs and administrative burdens under Making Tax Digital (MTD) but they need to start preparing now, claim...

House key and wooden home keychain symbolising landlords selling properties amid new rental laws

More than a third of landlords plan to sell amid RRA turmoil – Simply Business

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

6th November 2025, 8 months ago | 8

More than a third of landlords could quit the private rented sector within the next year as the Renters’ Rights...

Making Tax Digital (MTD) is edging closer but not everyone needs to worry yet

Author: Simon Misiewicz

28th October 2025, 8 months ago | 0

Making Tax Digital (MTD) is coming. After years of delays, consultation papers, and pilot schemes, HMRC is finally moving ahead...

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Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Landlords: How to Avoid or Exit the Regime

Author: Simon Misiewicz

7th October 2025, 9 months ago | 0

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD ITSA) is set to transform how landlords report their rental income to HMRC....

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More than a third of landlords head for the exit as Renters’ Rights Bill sparks uncertainty

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

19th September 2025, 9 months ago | 13

A survey has found that 39% of landlords are preparing to quit the private rented sector as the Renters’ Rights...

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Landlords won’t be forced into Making Tax Digital – claims impact assessment

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

10th September 2025, 10 months ago | 51

The government has confirmed landlords will not be forced into signing up for the controversial Making Tax Digital (MTD) scheme...

Making Tax Digital will be mandatory for some landlords from April 2026

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

6th August 2025, 11 months ago | 26

Landlords earning more than £50,000 will have to adopt Making Tax Digital (MTD) for paying their income tax from April...

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