Making Tax Digital

Get Making Tax Digital sorted without the stress

Reviewed by Andy Smith, Director, Abbeygate AccountancyLast updated 16th October 2026

In short

If your self-employed and property income is over £50,000 you're already in Making Tax Digital for Income Tax, and the threshold drops to £30,000 in April 2027. We'll match you with one accountant who can set it up and file your quarterly updates for you.

Who we help

Sole traders over £50,000 now
Sole traders over £30,000 from April 2027
Landlords near the thresholds
People who've missed a quarterly update
Anyone still using spreadsheets
People who want it done for them

What we can do for you

Choosing and setting up MTD software
Bank feeds and digital records
Quarterly updates done for you
Final declaration by 31st January
Penalty point management
Training so you're confident

How it works

Answer a few questions about what you need (two minutes).
We match you with one firm: usually Abbeygate Accountancy, or one trusted partner if that suits you better. We tell you who first.
They contact you the way you chose, with a fixed-fee quote. You decide.

How much will it cost?

Every situation is different, so firms quote after a short conversation. For a ballpark figure, try our accountant fee calculator or read how much an accountant costs.

Why use One Good Accountant rather than a quote site?

Quote sites pass your details to up to five firms and the fastest caller wins. We match you with one firm that fits, already checked for qualifications, AML supervision and insurance, so the one call or email you get is worth having.

Common questions

What happens if I miss an MTD quarterly update?

You get a penalty point. Reach the threshold and a £200 penalty applies. Points expire if you stay compliant.

Which software works with MTD for Income Tax?

HMRC publishes a list of compatible software. Accountants commonly use Xero, QuickBooks, FreeAgent and similar.

Can I use spreadsheets for MTD?

Only with bridging software that sends the figures to HMRC digitally. Most people find full cloud software simpler.

I'm under £30,000. Do I need to do anything?

Not yet, but the threshold falls to £20,000 in April 2028, so it's worth planning ahead.