VAT & Making Tax Digital.
Help with your records, software and returns. Clear advice on what applies to you.
GS Associates in Uttoxeter prepares and submits VAT returns and sets sole traders and landlords up for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax: compatible software, digital records, quarterly updates and the year-end return. Fixed fees are agreed before we start, and Gayle explains what applies to you in plain English.
For VAT-registered businesses
Help with
VAT returns.
We'll help organise your bookkeeping, set up suitable software and prepare and submit your VAT returns.
Most VAT-registered businesses must keep specified records digitally and use compatible software for their returns, unless exempt.
HMRC: keeping VAT records
For sole traders & landlords
Making Tax Digital for
sole traders and landlords.
MTD for Income Tax can apply even if you're not VAT registered. We'll help with digital records, quarterly updates and your tax return through compatible software.
Your start date depends on your qualifying income. We'll explain what applies and help you get set up.
When do I need to start?
- From 6 April 2026
- Over £50,000in the 2024–25 tax year
- From 6 April 2027
- Over £30,000in the 2025–26 tax year
- From 6 April 2028
- Over £20,000in the 2026–27 tax year
Guidance checked 16 September 2026.
VAT & MTD
Your questions,
answered.
When do I need to register for VAT?
For a UK-based business, registration is generally required when taxable turnover exceeds £90,000 over a rolling 12 months, or you expect it to exceed £90,000 in the next 30 days alone. Special rules can apply. Talk to us before you reach the threshold so we can look at your circumstances.
Read HMRC's VAT registration guidance.
Can I keep using spreadsheets?
Possibly. A spreadsheet needs suitable compatible software and digital connections to meet the relevant MTD requirements. We'll look at what you use now before suggesting a change.
What if I'm not confident with technology?
Start by telling us what you find difficult. We can discuss a manageable way to share records and how much help you need. HMRC exemptions may apply in some circumstances; we can help you understand the guidance.
What will it cost?
That depends on the records, software and ongoing help you need. We'll explain the proposed work, agree a fixed fee and make any software costs clear. Extra work is agreed with you first.
Need a hand with VAT or MTD?
Tell us a little about your business. We'll explain the next step and agree the work and fee with you.
