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Self Assessment tax returns

Self Assessment for Landlords (Rental Income)

If you receive rental income, you may need to complete a Self Assessment tax return and report your property income correctly. This service helps you pull together the right figures, apply the correct rules on allowable expenses and reliefs, and file on time with confidence.

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What this service covers

You get practical, end-to-end support to complete your Self Assessment where rental income is involved, with a clear audit trail behind the numbers.

  • Review of your rental income sources (UK property, furnished holiday lets where relevant, and jointly owned property considerations).
  • Guidance on allowable property expenses and what cannot be claimed.
  • Summary of income and expenses and calculation of taxable profit or loss.
  • Checks for common issues such as private use, repairs vs improvements, and timing of costs.
  • Completion and submission of your Self Assessment return to HMRC.
  • Clear explanation of the outcome, what you owe, and key payment dates.

Who this is for

This service is suited to landlords who want their return done correctly without spending evenings decoding HMRC guidance. It is especially useful if you:

  • Have one or more buy-to-let properties and want to avoid errors.
  • Share ownership with a spouse or other party and need the split handled correctly.
  • Are new to letting and want to start with clean, compliant records.
  • Have had changes during the year such as a new tenancy, void periods, or significant repairs.

How it works

We start by confirming what needs reporting and what records are available. You provide your income and expense information (spreadsheets, agent statements, bank feeds, or bookkeeping reports), and we reconcile it into a clear summary. We then prepare the Self Assessment return, confirm the tax position with you, and submit to HMRC once approved.

After filing: staying organised for next year

You will know what to keep and how to track it, so next year is faster and less stressful. If you want more certainty through the year, we can help you set up a simple process to capture rental income and expenses as you go, and plan ahead for payments on account where relevant.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to complete a Self Assessment return as a landlord?
If you receive rental income, you may need to report it through Self Assessment depending on your total income and circumstances. We can confirm what applies to you and what needs including in your return.
What information do you need from me to prepare the return?
Typically we need rental income details and a breakdown of expenses, supported by bank statements, invoices, or letting agent statements. If your records are messy, we can help you organise them into a compliant summary.
What expenses can landlords usually claim?
Many running costs are allowable, but the rules vary depending on the type of cost and the property. We will review your expenses and apply HMRC guidance so you claim what you are entitled to without risking incorrect deductions.
Can you help if I have more than one property or joint ownership?
Yes, we can handle multiple properties and ensure income and expenses are allocated correctly. For jointly owned property, we will apply the correct split and reflect it properly in your return.
When should I start the process to avoid missing deadlines?
The earlier you start, the easier it is to fix gaps in records and avoid last-minute pressure. If you contact us well before the deadline, we can plan the work, confirm what is needed, and file on time.

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