If you’re self-employed or a landlord, you’ll soon need to follow Making Tax Digital (MTD) rules — and that means using the right software. But don’t panic. Whether you’re tech-savvy or prefer spreadsheets, there’s an MTD solution to suit everyone. And at Yorkshire Accountancy, we can help you make the right call.
MTD software is designed to help you record your income and expenses digitally, submit quarterly updates to HMRC, and file an end-of-year final declaration. From 6 April 2026, most self-employed people and landlords with income over £50,000 will need to use it. The threshold drops to £30,000 in April 2027 — and may fall further in 2028.
To be compliant, the software you use must be HMRC-approved. But “software” doesn’t have to mean a big monthly subscription — there are options to suit every business size and budget.
Here’s a breakdown of the most common options we recommend, from fully-featured cloud systems to spreadsheet-based solutions.
Yes — and that’s where we come in.
MTD doesn’t ban spreadsheets. What it does require is that your figures are submitted digitally via HMRC-approved software. If you’re already using a spreadsheet to keep track of income and expenses, there are two great ways you can stay compliant:
Either way, you stay compliant — and there’s no need to switch to cloud software if you don’t want to.
Here’s how we can help:
Whatever your comfort level with software, we’ll make MTD easy — and tailored to how you run your business.
The biggest mistake people make with MTD is assuming they must buy expensive software or totally change how they work. That’s not the case.
There’s a huge range of MTD-compatible software options in the UK, and at Yorkshire Accountancy we’re here to help you choose the one that fits.
Prefer to keep using spreadsheets? No problem.
Want everything automated? We’ve got that too.
Get in touch for a free chat about your setup — and let’s find the most stress-free way to stay compliant. Whether you want training, full support, or just someone to handle it all for you, we’ve got a solution that fits.
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