Getting Started5 min read
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax: A Complete Getting Started Guide
Everything a sole trader needs to know about MTD for Income Tax — who it applies to, when it starts, and how to get set up the right way.
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MTD guides for sole traders
Plain-English articles that explain specific Making Tax Digital compliance hurdles — so you understand the rules, not just the software.
Compliance7 min read
MTD Compliance Hurdles Every Sole Trader Should Know
The most common compliance pitfalls sole traders hit under Making Tax Digital — and exactly how to avoid each one before they cost you.
Read guide →Record Keeping4 min read
Digital Record Keeping: What HMRC Actually Expects
HMRC has specific requirements for digital records under MTD. We break down what counts, what doesn't, and how to stay compliant.
Read guide →Deadlines6 min read
Quarterly Submission Deadlines Explained
When each quarterly update is due, how the deadlines line up with your accounting period, and what happens if you miss one.
Read guide →Expenses8 min read
Sole Trader Expenses: What You Can (and Can't) Claim
A practical guide to allowable expenses for sole traders under MTD — with real examples so you claim what you're entitled to.
Read guide →Final Declaration5 min read
Your Final Declaration: The Last Step Explained
The final declaration replaces the old Self Assessment for MTD users. Here's what's involved, when it's due, and how to file it.
Read guide →Self Assessment7 min read
Self Assessment vs Making Tax Digital: What's Changing for Sole Traders
Making Tax Digital is replacing the annual Self Assessment for sole traders. Here's exactly what's changing, what stays the same, and how to make the switch without the stress.
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