RentalBux – HMRC-Recognised MTD Software for Barbers
Whether you're a self-employed barber, a hairdresser renting a chair, a salon owner managing booth renters and employees, or a mobile hairdresser visiting clients at home, RentalBux makes MTD for barbers compliance effortless.
HMRC recognised for MTD, RentalBux simplifies everything from quarterly submissions to year-end tax filing- all in one easy-to-use platform. You focus on your clients and crafting beautiful looks, and we'll take care of your tax and MTD compliance.
Why Barbers Rely On Us
Trusted by thousands of Barbers across the UK
RentalBux finally gave me peace of mind.
Even after trying several tools, I was struggling with my portfolio of three rentals. MTD just added to that struggle. But then, I was introduced and all my worries disappeared. MTD submissions in minutes, track each property separately, allocate profit sharing. Wow!
Built for landlords, used by landlords.
As a landlord managing 12 units across two ownership structures and some self-employment income, I needed something that handled everything. RentalBux was the only software that did that.
Time saved.
Switching to RentalBux was one of the best decisions I made. Especially the joint-ownership module. Our family property had three owners with different shares, and RentalBux handled it quite efficiently.
Check if you need to join Making Tax Digital
Answer four quick and easy questions and see whether and when you need to start complying with MTD requirements. A few seconds to determine your eligibility and get guarantees on how you need to proceed.
Added bonus, no data leaves your device. Everything runs on your browser.
Making Tax Digital Checker
Find out when (and if) you need to join Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self Assessment
Are you digitally excluded?
Digital exclusion means you cannot use digital tools due to age, disability, or lack of reliable internet access.
Do you have a National Insurance number?
A National Insurance number is required to join MTD for Income Tax.
Why do you need to send a Self Assessment tax return?
Select the main reason for submitting a Self Assessment return.
What is your expected qualifying income?
Enter your total gross income before expenses from self-employment or property.
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Digital Records
Quarterly Update Filing
Final Declaration
Why RentalBux for Barbers?
Built for Barbers. Manage income, expenses, and MTD for barbers tax filing all in one place.
Designed by Accountants Who Collaborate with Barbers
RentalBux isn't generic software built by tech developers. It's designed by accountants who work closely with salon owners, barbers, hairdressers, booth renters, and beauty professionals. Every feature solves real-world challenges: tracking rent payments, managing multiple income streams, recording cash and card transactions, and keeping rental and income records organised.
HMRC-Recognised Software for Making Tax Digital (MTD)
RentalBux is HMRC-recognised software for MTD for Income Tax. That means every submission, quarterly updates, and the final declaration meet the latest digital reporting rules, giving you complete compliance confidence.
Salon-Specific Chart of Accounts
No more forcing your income and expenses into generic business categories. Pre-built chart of accounts tailored for salon professionals: chair/booth rental income, service fees and commissions, tips, product sales and retail markups, hair colour and product costs, tools, salon supplies, memberships, insurance, uniforms/work clothing.
Simple Enough for Non-Accountants
Clear dashboards, guided step-by-step workflows, and no accounting jargon. Even if you've never used bookkeeping software before, you can manage your records confidently without missing a single hair styling appointment, thanks to MTD for barbers.
Feel the Difference RentalBux Makes
Real challenges barbers face, and how RentalBux solves them
| Challenges Barbers face | How RentalBux solves it |
|---|---|
| Multiple income types mixed; chair/booth rental income, haircut/service income, cash tips, and product sales all end up in one total. HMRC requires each to be tracked separately for MTD. | RentalBux automatically separates income streams (services, tips, rental income, retail product sales). Clean digital records for MTD quarterly submissions. |
| Cash tips, card payments, and online bookings are recorded differently and often forgotten, leading to under-reporting and incorrect tax returns. | Tip logging at the point of payment, track cash, and digital tips instantly in the app. Nothing gets missed at quarter-end. |
| Chair renters often do not realise booth rental income counts toward the £50K MTD threshold. | Real-time MTD Eligibility & Threshold Tracker shows how close you are to the threshold, so you are never caught off guard. |
| Receipts pile up in drawers, pockets, WhatsApp messages, and deductions are lost. | Snap receipts on your phone. RentalBux automatically categorises salon expenses like products, equipment, tools, and training. |
| Guessing what counts as a business expense (uniforms, courses, scissors, clippers, subscriptions?) causes stress and missed deductions. | A salon-specific, HMRC-aligned expense categorisation ensures you claim everything barbers are entitled to with supporting digital records. |
| Fear of making mistakes on quarterly MTD submissions and final declarations. | Built-in reminders, guided workflows, and HMRC-recognised MTD filing give you compliance confidence. No accounting jargon. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our services and solutions.
Does MTD apply to landlords with multiple properties?▶
Yes. Landlords who own multiple rental properties must combine the gross income from all properties to calculate MTD threshold of £50,000. Even if individual properties earn modest amounts, your total rental income counts toward the threshold. If your combined rental income exceeds the threshold, you must maintain digital records and submit quarterly updates under MTD.
Do I need seperate quaterly updates for each property?▶
No. All rental income and expenses are reported together in a single quarterly update, although records should be kept separately for each property. This ensures HMRC can verify each property’s income and allowable expenses, while simplifying compliance.
What digital records are required for large UK rental portfolio landlords under MTD?▶
You must keep digital records of:
Rent received for each property
Allowable property expenses (repairs, maintenance, insurance, mortgage interest, utilities)
Dates, amounts, and supporting receipts
Property-specific notes
These records should be organised and easily accessible for quarterly updates and year-end final declarations.ere...
What software or stystem can I use for multiple properties?▶
HMRC requires digital record-keeping and MTD-compatible software for all landlords meeting the income threshold. Software should:
Track each property separately
Categorise income and expenses according to HMRC rules
Prepare quarterly updates and year-end declarations
Using HMRC-recognised software like Rentalbux ensures compliance, reduces errors, and simplifies record-keeping for multiple properties.
How are allowable expenses tracked accross multiple properties?▶
Each property’s expenses must be recorded individually, including:
Mortgage interest and insurance
Repairs and maintenance
Letting agent fees and utilities : Expenses are reported per property but aggregated for the quarterly update. Keeping detailed property-level records ensures accurate tax reporting and helps maximise allowable deductions..
What are the penalties for non-compliance as a portfolio landlord?▶
HMRC uses a points-based penalty system for late or inaccurate submissions. Each missed quarterly update, or final declaration earns points, and exceeding thresholds leads to financial penalties. Landlords with multiple properties have more transactions to track, increasing the risk of errors. Maintaining organised digital records for each property reduces the likelihood of penalties and ensures full MTD compliance.