Is your software MTD-ready—and are you? Here’s how to find out
Worried your accounting isn’t fully MTD capable? Learn how to check it does the full job, including what HMRC's recognition scheme means.
Get peace of mind knowing that you are tax compliant, MTD-ready and know what you owe. Relax in the knowledge that you don't have any tax surprises looming.
Sage has everything you need to comply with MTD rules and is compatible with HMRC requirements, including Self-Assessment.
Know how much VAT you owe or are owed with simple dashboard views and never be surprised by a huge tax bill you don't have the cash to pay.
Pre-set your VAT rates to save time when creating invoices and processing payments.
Sage works closely with HMRC to ensure our tax return software is compatible with the latest legislation, including Making Tax Digital.
MTD tax legislation says companies must keep accurate, complete and readable tax records digitally. Tax software takes care of this for your business automatically.
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Tax return software helps individuals or businesses prepare for and file income, corporate and other tax returns, including VAT. Typically, it's faster and more accurate than using spreadsheets or paper-based processes. Tax software also helps business's comply with tax legislation in their jurisdiction.
Tax software works by enabling businesses to track all of their income, expenses, and sales in one place. This type of software also helps prevent common bookkeeping errors. It generates a report for the business owner or their accountant detailing potential liabilities. The business owner can then work with an accountant prior to filing a return online.
If your business is based in the United Kingdom, and you currently submit Income Tax Self Assessment returns annually, the way you report to HMRC may change as a result of MTD for Income Tax Self Assessment. Making Tax Digital for Income Tax is a new way of reporting income and expenses which will replace the Self Assessment returns for sole traders and landlords. Find out more about how this will impact you.
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