Making Tax Digital and the Renters' Rights Act both landed in 2026 — and both carry real penalties for landlords who miss a deadline. Find out exactly what applies to you in under 2 minutes. Free.
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From April 2026, landlords and sole traders earning £50k+ must keep digital records and report to HMRC quarterly — 864,000 people are already in scope, and the thresholds keep dropping.
Since 1 May 2026, Section 21 is gone, every tenancy is periodic, and missed paperwork can cost up to £7,000. Phase 2 adds compulsory database registration for every landlord.
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Who's in, from when, what "digital records" means, and the quarterly deadlines explained.
TaxThe penalty points system, the year-one grace period, and what to do if you're already late.
TenancyShort answer: no — but you did have paperwork duties, and missing them carries a £7,000 penalty.
TenancyThe Section 8 grounds that replaced no-fault eviction — notice periods, evidence, and pitfalls.
TenancyWhat Phase 2 requires, when your region opens, and what to have ready before you register.
Yes. Both checkers are completely free, and your results are shown on screen instantly. If you'd like the personalised action plan and deadline alerts, we'll ask for your email — that's optional.
From April 2026, anyone with gross income of £50,000 or more from property and/or self-employment (based on your 2024–25 tax return) must keep digital records and send HMRC quarterly updates. The threshold drops to £30,000 in April 2027 and £20,000 in April 2028. Employment (PAYE) and pension income don't count towards the threshold.
From 1 May 2026, Section 21 "no-fault" evictions were abolished and all assured shorthold tenancies became periodic tenancies. Landlords with existing tenancies had to give tenants a government information sheet by 31 May 2026. Phase 2, expected late 2026, introduces a national landlord database that every landlord must register with, rolled out region by region.
Agents handle much of the tenancy admin, but the legal responsibility (and the fines) sit with you, the landlord. And Making Tax Digital is your obligation regardless of who manages the property — agents don't file your tax.
No. LandlordCompass provides general information based on published government guidance to help you understand your obligations. For advice on your specific circumstances, speak to a qualified accountant or solicitor — our action plans tell you when that's worth doing.
Most landlords are affected by both sets of rules. Start with the tax check — its deadlines come around every quarter.
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