Navigating Making Tax Digital (MTD) Regulations

Making Tax Digital (MTD) – VAT & Income Tax Support

Simplify your tax responsibilities with expert help from RGR Payroll & Accounting Services.

What Is Making Tax Digital?

Making Tax Digital (MTD) is HMRC’s move to modernise the UK tax system. It means keeping digital records and submitting tax information through MTD-compatible software, rather than relying on traditional once-a-year tax returns.

It’s designed to make tax reporting more accurate, efficient, and easier for individuals and businesses.

Who Is Affected?

MTD affects you if you are:

  • VAT-registered

  • A sole trader or landlord earning over £50,000 (from April 2026)

  • Earning over £30,000 (from April 2027)

If you fall into one of these groups, you’ll need to switch to digital record-keeping and start submitting updates to HMRC more frequently.

MTD for VAT (Already Live)

If you're VAT-registered, you should already be following MTD rules. This includes:

  • Keeping digital VAT records

  • Filing returns using MTD-compatible software

💡 Not sure if you’re fully compliant? We can review your setup and help you get everything in order with minimal fuss.

MTD for Income Tax (Coming 2026)

From April 2026, MTD for Income Tax Self Assessment (MTD ITSA) will apply to:

  • Sole traders and landlords earning over £50,000

 From April 2027, it will include those earning over £30,000.

Key changes under MTD ITSA:

  • Keep digital records of income and expenses

  • Send quarterly updates to HMRC

  • Submit a final declaration at year-end

We understand this sounds like a big shift, but with the right support and systems in place, it can actually help you stay more in control of your business finances.

Our MTD Compliance Service

At RGR, we offer a complete MTD support package, including:

  • Help choosing the right MTD-compatible software

  • Set-up and training tailored to your business

  • Ongoing digital bookkeeping support

  • Timely submissions to HMRC – stress-free and accurate

  • Friendly, approachable guidance every step of the way

We don’t push one-size-fits-all software. Instead, we work with you to find what suits your business best — making the switch as smooth and stress-free as possible.

Get Ready Early – Stay Ahead of the Deadline

The earlier you prepare, the easier the transition will be. Many businesses are still unaware or unprepared for MTD ITSA — but you don’t have to be one of them.

Let us help you get set up now, so there are no last-minute surprises.

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Whether you're just starting to look into MTD or you’re already using software and need help making sure it’s compliant, we’re here to help.

Let’s simplify your finances.

Contact us today to get started with MTD support.