A live online webinar on Making Tax Digital (MTD) is scheduled for 12:00 on Tuesday 6 January 2026, aimed specifically at landlords, letting agents, and property professionals. Hosted by Property118 in partnership with Landlord Studio and a specialist landlord accountant, the session will provide clear, practical guidance on how MTD affects rental businesses and what steps landlords can take to prepare effectively.

Understanding the Importance of Making Tax Digital for Landlords

Making Tax Digital represents a significant shift in how landlords must manage their tax records, requiring digital record keeping and submissions to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). This change comes at a time when landlords are already navigating increased costs, stricter lending criteria, and more complex regulations. The webinar aims to help landlords avoid last-minute compliance issues by encouraging early adoption of digital record keeping.

For landlords managing rental income and expenses, understanding MTD is crucial to maintaining compliance and avoiding penalties. This briefing will demystify the practical implications of MTD, ensuring landlords of all portfolio sizes can approach the new requirements with confidence.

What the Webinar Will Cover

The webinar will address several key areas relevant to landlords and property professionals:

• What Making Tax Digital means in practical terms for landlords
• Which landlords are affected by the new rules and the timeline for compliance
• How MTD integrates with existing Self Assessment tax returns and current accounting routines
• Best practices for digital record keeping of rental income and expenses
• Common errors that can lead to penalties and how to avoid them

This comprehensive overview will help landlords understand not only the requirements but also how to implement them efficiently within their existing workflows.

Who Will Be Presenting

The webinar panel includes Mark Alexander, founder of Property118; Logan Ransley, co-founder and managing director (UK) of Landlord Studio; and a specialist landlord accountant from Landlord Studio’s professional network. Mark Alexander will contribute by posing questions frequently asked by landlords, ensuring the discussion remains relevant and practical for landlords with portfolios of all sizes.

Who Should Attend

The session is designed for a broad audience within the rental property sector, including:

• Portfolio landlords already using accounting software who want to review their processes
• Accountants, letting agents, independent financial advisers, and other professional advisers
• Landlords who rely on accountants but wish to understand their own responsibilities better
• Landlords currently using spreadsheets or paper records who need to know what changes are required
• Anyone feeling behind on MTD compliance and seeking straightforward, practical advice

Attendance is free, but places on the live session are limited. A recording will be available to all registrants, allowing those unable to attend the live event to benefit from the information.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Webinar

Is it necessary to be a Landlord Studio user to attend?
No. The webinar is open to all landlords and property professionals interested in understanding Making Tax Digital and preparing their records accordingly.

What if I cannot attend the live session on 6 January 2026?
Registering is still recommended, as all registrants will receive access to the recording and the presentation slides after the event.

Will the webinar provide personalised tax advice?
No. The session will explain the general rules and good practices but will not offer individual tax advice. Attendees are encouraged to consult their accountants or professional advisers for personal tax matters.

Preparing for Making Tax Digital: Practical Implications for UK Landlords

Making Tax Digital requires landlords to maintain digital records of rental income and expenses and submit tax information to HMRC using compatible software. This change aims to improve accuracy and reduce errors in tax reporting but also demands a shift in how landlords manage their financial records.

For landlords using traditional methods such as spreadsheets or paper records, this webinar will clarify what needs to change to comply with MTD. For those already using software, it offers an opportunity to ensure their systems and workflows align with HMRC requirements.

Understanding the common pitfalls that lead to penalties is particularly valuable, as it helps landlords avoid costly mistakes and maintain good standing with HMRC.

Additional Support from The Landlord Association

In line with ongoing efforts to support landlords through regulatory changes, The Landlord Association (TLA) is launching a new Trusted Partners Hub in the first quarter of 2026. This platform will feature verified and approved service providers selected to assist landlords, tenants, and property management businesses.

Service providers in legal, trades, insurance, financial, mortgage, tenant screening, and other relevant sectors are invited to register their interest to become TLA Trusted Partners via the following link: https://landlordassociation.org.uk/become-a-tla-service-partner/.

Booking Details

The live Making Tax Digital webinar will take place at 12:00 on Tuesday 6 January 2026. Registration is essential due to limited capacity on the webinar platform. Those interested can book their place or request the recording via the Landlord Studio registration page.