What changes
MTD is a reporting routine, not just a form.
HMRC is moving affected sole traders and landlords into digital record keeping, compatible software and quarterly updates. Quarterly updates are summaries of income and expenses, while the final tax return still deals with year-end adjustments and other income.
1Keep digital recordsIncome and expenses need to be captured in compatible software or controlled bridging records.
2Review quarterlyRecords are checked, cleaned and summarised before each HMRC deadline.
3Submit and finaliseQuarterly updates are filed, then the final tax return is completed after year end.