RentalBux – HMRC-Recognised MTD Software for Freelancers
Whether you work through Upwork, Fiverr, direct client projects, or juggle multiple income streams, RentalBux makes MTD for freelancers simple.
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 gigs, and we’ll take care of your taxes.
Why Freelancers Rely On Us
Trusted by thousands of freelancers 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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What RentalBux Does for Freelancers?
Everything Freelancers need for MTD compliance:
Digital Records
Quarterly Update Filing
Final Declaration
Why Rentalbux for Freelancers?
Built for freelancers. Manage property income, expenses, and MTD filing all in one place.
Designed by Accountants Who Work with Freelancers
RentalBux isn't generic software built by tech developers. It's designed by accountants who understand freelancers' unique business accounting need. So every feature tackles real-world challenges like irregular project invoicing, platform payouts, digital subscriptions, and multiple income streams—all while ensuring full MTD for freelancers compliance.
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.
Freelancer-Specific Chart of Accounts
No more forcing income and expenses into generic business categories. Pre-built accounts include project income, platform commissions (Upwork/Fiverr fees), software subscriptions (Adobe, Canva, Microsoft, Zoom), equipment: laptop, phone, accessories (eligible for capital allowances), Home-office, travel expenses, etc., all optimised for MTD for freelancers.
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 interrupting your freelance work, thanks to MTD software for freelancers.
Feel the Difference RentalBux Makes
Real challenges freelancers face, and how RentalBux solves them
| Real challenges Freelancer face | How RentalBux solves it |
|---|---|
| Income scattered across platforms like Upwork, Fiverr, PeoplePerHour, TaskRabbit, Deliveroo, Uber, or Etsy. You never know your exact total income for tax reporting. | Digital bookkeeping and freelancer MTD software help you consolidate platform income, expenses, and subscriptions into one HMRC-ready system. |
| Platform commissions reduce actual earnings, and freelancers struggle to calculate taxable income after fees. | Track gross income + platform fees automatically so the deductible expense is recorded for tax. |
| Recurring software subscriptions (Adobe, Canva, Figma, Zoom, Notion, Grammarly, domain hosting) get missed during manual bookkeeping. | Software subscriptions are auto-categorised as allowable business expenses, helping reduce taxable profits. |
| Business equipment and upgrades (laptop, phone, accessories) are not logged properly for capital allowances. | Allows equipment purchases to be tracked as business assets and automatically applies the correct MTD expense category. |
| Home-office and travel expenses are difficult to separate from personal spending. | Smart tagging for mileage, workspace costs, and travel. Export totals directly into quarterly MTD reports. |
| Spreadsheets are error-prone and hard to maintain. Many freelancers discover mistakes during year-end Self-Assessment. | Digital bookkeeping for freelancers ensures clean categorised data ready for HMRC. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our services and solutions.
MTD for Income Tax is the UK government’s digital reporting system for self-employed freelancers, gig economy workers, and independent contractors <a href="/blogs/who-does-making-tax-digital-for-income-tax-apply-to">earning income above the threshold .</a> It requires HMRC-recognised freelancer accounting software to maintain digital bookkeeping, submit quarterly MTD updates, and file a year-end final declaration. MTD for freelancers simplifies tax reporting, reduces errors, and ensures your freelancer income is fully compliant with HMRC rules.
Freelancers must comply if they are self-employed or operate as independent contractors and their gross income from freelance projects, platform earnings, and other qualifying work exceeds £50,000 from April 2026. Those earning below this threshold can adopt MTD for freelancers voluntarily to streamline their accounting. Exemptions exist for freelancers with limited digital access due to age, disability, location, or religious reasons.
Yes. A freelancer accountant or tax agent can submit <a href="/blogs/what-are-you-required-to-do-under-mtd-for-income-tax">quarterly updates and year-end final declarations </a>on your behalf using MTD-compatible freelancer accounting software. However, you remain legally responsible for the accuracy of your submissions, so having clear, digital bookkeeping is essential. RentalBux simplifies this process for freelancers managing multiple income streams.
Quarterly submissions must include:
<ul>
<li>Platform income and project payments – payouts from Upwork, Fiverr, PeoplePerHour, or other gig economy platforms.</li>
<li>Software subscriptions – Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva, Zoom, Notion, or project management tools.</li>
<li>Equipment and business assets – laptops, cameras, phones, or other tools used for work.</li>
<li>Other allowable expenses – home-office costs, travel, professional subscriptions, subcontractor payments.</li>
<li>Categorised digital records – totals per category using a customised freelancer chart of accounts for MTD for freelancers.</li>
</ul>
No. The MTD final declaration replaces the standard Self Assessment tax return for freelance professionals once in scope. It consolidates all business income, platform payouts, and other income streams into one digital declaration.
Yes. Many freelancers earn income from multiple sources: platform work, consultancy, digital products, teaching, or side projects. RentalBux tracks each income stream separately, applies correct expense categories, and ensures full <a href="/blogs/complete-guide-on-making-tax-digital-for-income-tax-for-landlords"> MTD for freelancers compliance </a>for gig economy workers and independent contractors.