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Stay MTD-compliant. Cut your property tax. Lose the stress. Specialist accountants for UK landlords and buy-to-let investors — from £19.99/month. MTD Quarterly Submissions Section 24 Modelling Allowable Expense Reviews Self Assessment Joint Ownership & Form 17 Fixed Monthly Fees

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Are Any Of These Familiar?

Most landlords come to us because one or more of these has started keeping them up at night.

MTD Deadline Looming

Quarterly digital submissions are now mandatory and you are not set up — the clock is ticking.

Section 24 Confusion

You have heard mortgage interest relief changed but have no idea what it is actually costing you.

Unsure What You Can Claim

Repairs, replacements, travel, agent fees — you suspect you are missing legitimate deductions.

Spreadsheet Chaos

Rental income and receipts scattered across spreadsheets, bank statements and shoeboxes.

Joint Ownership Questions

You own with a partner and are not sure the income split is being taxed the right way.

Year-End Tax Shock

A Self Assessment bill arrives each January with no warning — and no plan to reduce it.

Let’s take the stress away. Speak to a Specialist
Why AccTek

A landlord accountant that works the way you need

Most accountants treat rental income as an afterthought on a Self Assessment return. We treat property as the specialism it is — Section 24, MTD, joint ownership and every allowable expense, handled properly.

As specialist accountants for landlords, we support everyone from first-time lessors to full portfolios. Our accountants for buy to let landlords handle the Section 24 interest restriction, incorporation modelling and MTD for Income Tax — the areas where accountants for buy-to-let landlords add the most value.

A Personal, Friendly Touch

A dedicated accountant who understands property taxation, knows your portfolio and gives tailored advice — not a generic return filed once a year.

Property Tax Specialists

Section 24 modelling, repairs vs capital, replacement of domestic items relief and Capital Gains Tax planning — rules most accountants miss.

Full MTD Setup & Submissions

We register you, configure MTD-compliant software, then handle all four quarterly updates and the Final Declaration — see our MTD guide.

Every Deduction Captured

Letting fees, maintenance, insurance, travel and replacement items — we make sure nothing allowable is left unclaimed and nothing is overpaid.

Ownership & Structure Advice

Form 17 income-split declarations for couples and full incorporation modelling where it genuinely reduces your long-term tax.

Fixed Fees from £19.99/mo

One fixed monthly fee, no hourly billing and no surprise invoices — with same-day responses from a real accountant.

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Penny by AccTek
Penny by AccTek
Powered by your live Xero data · Included in every AccTek plan

Ask Penny Anything

Penny is the AI assistant inside the AccTek Finance Lab. Message her like you'd text a colleague and she answers from your real, reconciled Xero numbers — in seconds, any time. She understands Section 24, MTD ITSA, capital gains planning, and the UK tax rules that affect property landlords, and she knows exactly where her job ends and your accountant's begins.

  • Answers come from your live books, never generic guesses — every reply is stamped with how up to date your numbers are.
  • She knows you're a landlord and applies Section 24, MTD and CGT context to every answer automatically.
  • She remembers your situation between conversations, so you're never re-explaining yourself.
  • The moment a question needs real advice, she hands over to your chartered accountant — and tells you she's doing it.
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Real questions landlords ask — answered from your own live numbers.

How is Section 24 affecting my tax bill?
Section 24 is adding £3,840 to your tax liability this year compared to the old interest deduction rules. I can model incorporation to show if that helps.
When is my next MTD ITSA submission due?
Your next quarterly update is due 5 August. Your books are reconciled to 30 June — you're in good shape to submit on time.
What's my net yield across all properties?
Your blended net yield is 4.2% after mortgage costs and void periods. Property 3 is underperforming at 2.8% — worth reviewing.
What would my CGT bill be if I sold Property 2?
Based on your purchase price and current market estimate, the gain is approximately £94,000 — giving a CGT liability of around £16,900 after your annual exemption.

Illustrative examples · Penny answers; your chartered accountant signs off.

What our clients say

Trusted by landlords across the UK

★★★★★

“AccTek got me MTD-ready before the deadline and found expenses my old accountant never claimed. The quarterly submissions are completely off my plate now.”

Buy-to-let investor — 3 properties

★★★★★

“I became an accidental landlord and had no idea about Section 24. They explained exactly what it was costing me and sorted my Self Assessment without any drama.”

Accidental landlord — one rental property

★★★★★

“We own jointly and were taxing the income 50/50. AccTek set up a Form 17 declaration to shift it to the lower earner and our combined tax bill dropped noticeably.”

Joint owners — couple, 2 properties

Are you ready?

Making Tax Digital is live — landlords must comply now

MTD deadline

From April 2026, landlords with rental and self-employment income above £50,000 must submit quarterly digital updates to HMRC. The £30,000 threshold follows in April 2027. If you have not registered, you need to act now — read our full MTD guide.

Who this is for

This service is designed specifically for landlords who do not see themselves as a “property business” but simply own a few rentals and want to stay compliant without the complexity:

The complexity

Why property tax is more complex than you think

Landlord tax is not simply “rent minus mortgage.” You are dealing with overlapping rules that interact in ways most general accountants miss:

Section 24 mortgage interest restrictionsYou cannot deduct mortgage interest from rental income. Instead you receive a 20% tax credit — which means higher-rate taxpayers pay significantly more tax than before 2020. AccTek models the full impact.
Repairs vs capital improvementsA new boiler replacing a broken one is a deductible repair. Upgrading a kitchen is a capital improvement — not deductible against income, but reduces CGT when you sell. The distinction saves or costs you thousands.
Replacement of domestic items reliefReplacing a sofa, fridge or curtains for tenants? The replacement cost (not improvement) is deductible. Most landlords miss this entirely.
Joint ownership rulesJoint rental income is split 50/50 by default. If one partner is a basic-rate taxpayer and the other is higher-rate, a Form 17 declaration can redirect income to the lower earner — legally reducing total tax.
MTD quarterly submissionsUnder Making Tax Digital, mistakes compound faster. Four submissions per year plus a Final Declaration means your records must be accurate and digital from day one.

AccTek understands these rules inside out. We ensure nothing is missed and nothing is overpaid.

What we do

How we help landlords

Everything you need — nothing you don’t.

Friendly landlord accountant

A personal, friendly touch

A dedicated accountant who understands property taxation, knows your portfolio and provides tailored advice — not a generic return filed once a year.

MTD setup for landlords

Full MTD setup

We register you correctly, set up MTD-compliant software, migrate existing records and connect to HMRC systems. No spreadsheets required.

Quarterly MTD submissions for landlords

Quarterly MTD submissions

Income reconciliation, expense categorisation, Section 24 mortgage interest calculations and HMRC submission. Four deadlines, zero panic.

Xero cloud accounting for landlords

Cloud accounting & bookkeeping

Xero setup with automated bank feeds, expense tracking, monthly or quarterly bookkeeping, clear deadline reminders and predictable monthly pricing.

Annual property tax review

Annual property tax review

At year end we optimise allowable expenses, review ownership structure, confirm Section 24 impact and identify tax planning opportunities. MTD is compliance — strategy is where the savings are.

What expenses can landlords claim?

AccTek ensures every allowable deduction is captured and correctly categorised. Common landlord expenses include:

Key distinction

Repairs (restoring to original condition) are fully deductible. Capital improvements (upgrading or enhancing) are not deductible against income but reduce your Capital Gains Tax liability when you sell. AccTek classifies every item correctly — this single distinction can save thousands.

Latest insights

Helpful resources for landlords

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Landlord guides, tools & MTD resources

Frequently asked questions

Do landlords need to register for Making Tax Digital?

Yes, if rental income alone or combined with self-employment income exceeds £50,000 per year from April 2026, or £30,000 from April 2027. AccTek manages registration, quarterly submissions and the Final Declaration as part of your monthly fee.

What is Section 24 and how does it affect landlords?

Section 24 removed the ability to deduct mortgage interest as a business expense. Instead, you receive a 20% tax credit on finance costs. Higher-rate taxpayers now pay significantly more tax on rental income. AccTek models the full impact and advises on mitigation strategies including incorporation analysis.

What expenses can a landlord claim against rental income?

Letting agent fees, property maintenance and repairs, buildings and contents insurance, ground rent, service charges, accountancy fees, advertising costs and replacement of domestic items. Mortgage interest receives a 20% tax credit under Section 24 rather than a full deduction.

Should I put my rental properties in a limited company?

Incorporation can benefit higher-rate taxpayers affected by Section 24 since mortgage interest is fully deductible within a company. However, stamp duty on transfer, capital gains tax, mortgage availability and ongoing compliance costs add complexity. AccTek models the long-term position before recommending a structure.

Do joint property owners both need to register for MTD?

Yes. Each individual owner is assessed separately. Joint rental income is typically split 50/50 unless a Form 17 declaration with HMRC alters the split to match actual beneficial ownership — which can reduce total tax for couples.

What records do landlords need to keep for MTD?

MTD requires digital records of all rental income and allowable expenses per property. Xero automates this when connected to your bank, with categorisation reviewed by your accountant quarterly. Paper receipts are captured via the Dext app.

How much does a landlord accountant cost?

AccTek plans for landlords start from £19.99 per month fixed. This includes MTD quarterly submissions, Self Assessment, cloud accounting via Xero, expense tracking and a dedicated accountant who understands property taxation.

What is the difference between repairs and capital improvements?

Repairs restore something to its original condition and are fully deductible against rental income. Capital improvements enhance or upgrade a property and are not deductible against income — but they reduce your Capital Gains Tax liability when you sell. AccTek classifies each item correctly.

Landlord Accounting — From £19.99/month

Fixed fees • Full MTD compliance • Section 24 expertise • Dedicated accountant

Kishan Kedia

Kishan Kedia ICAI, CAMS is a specialist accountant at AccTek with 20+ years of experience in locum doctor tax, NHS pension annual allowance, landlord tax, Section 24 planning and Making Tax Digital for Income Tax. He holds the ICAI qualification and is a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS).

You’re in good hands

AccTek is a member firm of the Institute of Certified Practising Accountants (ICPA). Our accountants have a wide range of qualifications and accreditations from trusted professional bodies such as the AAT, ICPA, and ACCA.

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For official guidance, see official HMRC business tax guidance and HMRC Making Tax Digital guidance. AccTek Ltd is an independent chartered accountancy firm and is not affiliated with HMRC, NHS Business Services Authority or Companies House.