RentalBux – HMRC-Recognised MTD Software for IT Consultants
Whether you take day-rate contracts, fixed project assignments, or rotate between remote and client-site consulting, RentalBux makes MTD Compliance for IT Consultants 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 contracts, and we’ll take care of your taxes.
Why IT Consultants Rely On Us
Trusted by thousands of IT Consultants 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 IT Consultants?
Everything IT professionals need for MTD compliance:
Digital Records
Quarterly Update Filing
Final Declaration
Why RentalBux for IT Consultants?
Built for IT Consultants. Manage income, expenses, and MTD tax filing all in one place.
Designed by Accountants Who Work with IT Consultants
RentalBux isn’t generic software. It’s built by accountants familiar with the unique accounting needs of self-employed IT professionals. Every feature solves real-world challenges like irregular client invoices, subcontractor payments, software licence tracking, and project-specific expenses — all aligned with MTD for IT consultants.
HMRC-Recognised Software for Making Tax Digital (MTD)
RentalBux is HMRC-recognised software for MTD for Income Tax. Every submission, quarterly update, and final declaration meets the latest digital reporting rules — giving you complete compliance confidence.
IT Consultant-Specific Chart of Accounts
No need to force your consultancy income and expenses into generic categories. Pre-built accounts cover client project fees, software licences, subcontractor payments, travel, equipment, and professional subscriptions.
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 consultancy work.
Simple, Affordable Pricing!
Choose the perfect plan for your business needs. All plans include our core features with flexible scaling options.
- Property Units
- Workspace
- Storage
- Bank Feed
- Insights & Reports
- Document Management
- Create Invoices & Bills
- Support
- Property Management
- MTD Compliant
- Reconcile Bank Transactions
- Income & Expense Tracking
- Custom Chart of Accounts
- Bookkeeping
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- Property Units
- Workspace
- Storage
- Bank Feed
- Insights & Reports
- Document Management
- Support
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- Property Management
- Create Invoices & Bills
- Reconcile Bank Transactions
- Income & Expense Tracking
- Custom Chart of Accounts
- Bookkeeping
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- Property Units
- Workspace
- Storage
- Bank Feed
- Insights & Reports
- Document Management
- Create Invoices & Bills
- Support
- Property Management
- MTD Compliant
- Reconcile Bank Transactions
- Income & Expense Tracking
- Custom Chart of Accounts
- Bookkeeping
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- Property Units
- Workspace
- Storage
- Bank Feed
- Insights & Reports
- Document Management
- Priority Support
- Property Management
- Create Invoices & Bills
- Reconcile Bank Transactions
- Income & Expense Tracking
- Custom Chart of Accounts
- Bookkeeping
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- Property Units
- Workspace
- Storage
- Bank Feed
- Insights & Reports
- Document Management
- Priority Support
- Property Management
- Create Invoices & Bills
- Reconcile Bank Transactions
- Income & Expense Tracking
- Custom Chart of Accounts
- Bookkeeping
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Feel the Difference RentalBux Makes
Real challenges IT Consultants face, and how RentalBux solves them
| Real challenges IT consultants face | How RentalBux solves it |
|---|---|
| Invoices, contracts, and receipts scattered across emails, spreadsheets, and project management tools. | Integrates all income and expenses into a single digital workspace, reducing admin and errors. |
| Bookkeeping eats into billable hours, client meetings, and project delivery. | Automated receipt capture, bank feeds, and project-based expense tracking save hours weekly, letting you focus on consultancy work. |
| Difficulty separating client fees, subcontractor payments, and project costs for accurate reporting. | Tracks multiple income streams and project-specific costs independently for precise quarterly MTD submissions. |
| Managing software licences, cloud services (AWS, GitHub, Microsoft), and equipment costs manually. | Pre-built IT consultant chart of accounts categorises licences, subscriptions, and equipment (for capital allowances) automatically for HMRC-ready reporting. |
| Confusion over MTD rules, deadlines, and quarterly submissions. | Step-by-step workflows, reminders, and deadline alerts simplify compliance. |
| Generic accounting tools don’t reflect consultancy workflows. | Supports IT-specific expenses like software, subcontractors, travel, and professional subscriptions. |
| High cost of adopting full accounting or practice management software just to meet MTD. | Affordable plans with a free option for single-stream consultants make MTD compliance accessible. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our services and solutions.
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self Assessment (MTD for ITSA) is an HMRC initiative requiring self-employed individuals, including IT consultants, with annual business income over £50,000 to keep digital records and submit quarterly updates using compatible software.
Self-employed IT consultants and other sole traders whose total income exceeds £50,000 per year must comply with MTD for ITSA. Partnerships will also need to comply if any partner meets the threshold.
You must keep accurate digital records of income, expenses, and other financial information relevant to your self-employment. This includes invoices, receipts, and bank transactions, all stored in software compatible with HMRC’s digital requirements.
Under MTD for ITSA for IT consultants still file an annual tax return in the form of the Final Declaration, but they also submit quarterly updates to HMRC through MTD-compatible software. These updates help track income, expenses, and tax liability in real time, reducing end-of-year surprises.
Yes. Most MTD for ITSA-compatible software can integrate with popular accounting tools. This ensures all your financial data is synced, making quarterly updates and the final annual return easier to prepare and submit.
Failure to comply with MTD for ITSA can result in penalties from HMRC. This includes fines for late submissions, inaccurate reporting, or failing to keep digital records. HMRC may also require you to file your returns manually until you meet MTD requirements.