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7 mistakes landlords make on their Self Assessment tax return

As a landlord, self-assessment tax returns can be a confusing and overwhelming process. In this blog post, we break down five of the most frequent mistakes we see landlords make when filing their taxes, and how to avoid them. From how to calculate mortgage interest correctly to claiming the right expenses, we've got you covered.

Best UK rental yield hotspots for 2026

If you're weighing up a buy-to-let purchase, the rental yield tells you whether the numbers stack up before you commit. This guide covers the highest-yielding areas in the UK for 2026, the regions leading the way, and the things worth checking beyond the headline percentage.

Got an HMRC letter about Making Tax Digital? Here's what it means and what to do

If you've received a letter from HMRC telling you to change the way you report your income and expenses to HMRC, you're not alone. Hundreds of thousands of landlords and sole traders are getting the same letter right now, and most have the same two questions: what does it actually mean, and what do I need to do about it? This post breaks down what the letter is telling you, clears up the most common points of confusion, and explains what your next steps are.

Rental income and self-employment: why MTD gets complicated with both

You've got rental properties and self-employment income. You know you need to use Making Tax Digital. And you've spent the last hour looking for an app that handles both, only to discover that nothing does it properly. You're not imagining it. This is the single biggest sticking point for landlords with mixed income, and almost nobody is talking about the solution clearly. This post explains why you've hit a wall, what HMRC actually expects, and where to find the full answer.

Provestor launches three unbeatable Making Tax Digital plans for landlords

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax starts in April 2026, and most landlords will need to send quarterly updates to HMRC for the first time. Generic accounting software won't cut it — property tax has its own rules around mortgage interest, Section 24 relief, and joint ownership. So we've launched three MTD plans built specifically for landlords, starting from £69 for the first year, with nothing to pay until 6 April 2026.

November Budget 2025: What landlords need to know

I’ve been a tax advisor for 20 years and never have I witnessed such a chaotic build up to a Budget, not to mention the circus that was today’s OBR leak.

Making Tax Digital for Landlords — Try Our Effortless AI Tax App

For years I’ve believed tax could be simpler, smarter, and easier for everyone - and now, we’ve built the technology that proves it. For the first time in the UK, you can see and use AI-powered bookkeeping and tax filing for Making Tax Digital (MTD). This isn’t a mock-up or concept. What you’ll see below is the live Provestor platform — the same technology that powers real MTD submissions to HMRC.

Stamp Duty survival guide for buy-to-let landlords

Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is a significant financial consideration for property investors. Recent increases in SDLT and adjustments to thresholds have made it even more essential for buy-to-let landlords to understand their options and adopt strategies to mitigate costs. This guide provides practical advice for landlords on managing SDLT effectively, incorporating tips for using reliefs, structuring purchases, and leveraging commercial property opportunities.