Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD for ITSA)

Missed the MTD changes — or unsure if they apply to you?

MTD for ITSA is coming, and many landlords and sole traders will need to change how they report income to HMRC. If you’re unsure whether you’re affected, or you want an accountant to handle it properly from day one, we can help.

Atreus Accountants provides clear, fixed‑fee MTD for ITSA support — from checking whether you’re in scope, to setting up compliant software and submitting reports to HMRC.

👉 Not sure if MTD applies to you? We’ll review your position and explain your next steps in plain English.

Check if MTD for ITSA applies to you

We’re based in Wimborne, supporting landlords and sole traders across Dorset, including Ferndown, Bournemouth, Poole and surrounding areas, as well as clients nationwide.

 

What is MTD for ITSA?

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self Assessment (MTD for ITSA) is HMRC’s move away from annual tax returns towards digital record‑keeping and quarterly reporting.

Instead of one Self Assessment return each year, affected taxpayers will need to:

• Keep digital records of income and expenses
• Submit quarterly updates to HMRC
• File an end‑of‑period statement and final declaration annually

This is a major change for many landlords and sole traders — and mistakes can lead to penalties.

 

Who needs to comply with MTD for ITSA?

You are likely to be affected if:

• You are a sole trader or landlord
• Your gross income exceeds £50,000 (from April 2026)
• Your gross income exceeds £30,000 (from April 2027)

If you earn income from:

• Property rentals
• Self‑employment
• Multiple income streams

…MTD for ITSA may apply to you.

⚠️ Many people assume they’re not affected when they actually are.

👉 We can confirm whether you’re in scope and when you need to act.

Get your MTD eligibility checked

 

What changes under MTD for ITSA?

MTD for ITSA means:

• No more paper or spreadsheet‑only records
• Mandatory MTD‑compatible software (e.g. Xero, QuickBooks)
• Quarterly submissions to HMRC
• Increased admin if not set up properly

Without the right systems — and support — MTD can become time‑consuming and stressful.

 

How Atreus Accountants can help

Based in Wimborne, Dorset, Atreus Accountants works with local landlords and sole traders who want clear, compliant support with MTD for ITSA — without the HMRC jargon.

We provide end‑to‑end MTD for ITSA support, including:

✔ Checking whether MTD applies to you ✔ Advising when you must comply ✔ Setting up MTD‑compatible bookkeeping software ✔ Ongoing quarterly reporting to HMRC ✔ End‑of‑year submissions and final declarations ✔ Acting as your agent with HMRC

We handle the technical side, so you can focus on running your business or managing your property.

 

Fixed‑fee, practical MTD support

We don’t believe in vague advice or surprise bills.

✔ Fixed fees agreed in advance ✔ Clear explanations — no HMRC jargon ✔ Proactive reminders and deadlines ✔ Support from a real UK‑based accountant

Whether you want full outsourcing or support alongside your own bookkeeping, we’ll tailor the service to you.

 

This service is ideal if:

• You’re worried about getting MTD wrong
• You don’t have time to deal with quarterly submissions
• You want reassurance that you’re fully compliant
• You’d prefer an accountant to handle HMRC communication
• You’re currently filing Self Assessment and unsure what changes

If that sounds familiar, you’re exactly who this service is for.

 

Get started with MTD for ITSA

You don’t need to commit or sign up today.

👉 Start with a no‑obligation review so you know:

• Whether MTD applies to you
• When you need to act
• What your options are

We’ll explain everything clearly and help you decide the best next step.

Speak to an MTD for ITSA accountant

 

Atreus Accountants — MTD for ITSA accountants supporting Dorset, Bournemouth, Poole, Ferndown and clients across the UK.