Making Tax Digital Explained: What Landlords Need to Know – Ep. 17

Welcome to another episode of The All Things Property Podcast, where Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler dive into the real-world challenges and changes facing landlords and property investors today. In this episode, they shed light on Making Tax Digital (MTD), what it actually means for landlords and self-employed property owners, why it’s not just another government hassle, and how to prepare before the new rules roll out.

With Ted, the Preferential Properties Leonberger, quietly supervising, Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler break down the essentials: who Making Tax Digital affects, the new requirements for digital record keeping, and the importance of getting your systems in order now rather than scrambling later.

This is not just a technical update or another box-ticking exercise, it’s about making your lettings business more efficient, compliant, and stress-free. Whether you’re a hands-on landlord or already working with accountants and agents, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you stay ahead of the April 2026 deadline. Grab a notebook, tune in, and make sure you’re prepared for the next step in property tax compliance!

Chapters

00:00 “Making Tax Digital Explained”

05:05 Landlord Obligations and Recordkeeping

09:00 “Prepare for Tax Changes”