The 7th August MTD Deadline is Coming Fast. Don’t Get Caught Out.
MavenHub helps sole traders and landlords get properly organised, look professional to their accountant, and avoid last-minute stress before the first quarterly MTD deadline.
Start free with the MTD Eligibility Checker, Start Date Guidance and Readiness Checklist.
MTD is more than just another tax deadline
The first quarterly MTD update is due on 7th August 2026. If your records are messy, your mileage is missing, your expenses are unclear or your accountant needs more information, the deadline can become stressful very quickly.
Messy records. Forgotten mileage. Accountant questions. Surprise tax bills.
Messy records
Income, expenses, receipts and notes can quickly end up scattered across apps, emails, spreadsheets and paper.
Forgotten mileage
Business journeys are easy to forget if they are not logged throughout the year.
Accountant back-and-forth
Unclear records can lead to more questions, delays and pressure before submission.
Big tax surprises in January
Not setting money aside properly can leave you with an unexpected bill when you least expect it.
Go from last-minute panic to organised preparation
Without MavenHub
- Unsure whether MTD applies to you
- Deadlines saved in different places
- Records reviewed at the last minute
- Mileage forgotten or estimated later
- Notes for your accountant scattered
- Tax set-aside left to guesswork
- More stress before deadlines
With MavenHub
- Check your MTD position free
- See your start date guidance clearly
- Track your Readiness Score
- Follow preparation checklists
- View deadlines and reminders
- Save notes for your accountant
- Track mileage throughout the year
- Estimate tax and Class 4 NI
- Generate accountant-ready packs
MavenHub helps you get organised before the pressure builds
MavenHub works alongside your accounting software (QuickBooks, Xero, etc). It doesn’t replace them — it helps you know exactly what to check, record, and prepare before each quarterly deadline.
Check where you stand
Use the free MTD Eligibility Checker, Start Date Guidance and Readiness Score.
Get set up properly
Work through the Readiness Checklist so you know what needs to be in place before your first quarterly update.
Track deadlines
Use the Deadline Dashboard and reminders to stay aware of upcoming MTD dates.
Prepare each quarter
Follow the Quarterly Checklist for income, expenses, bank records, mileage, tax pot and final checks.
Save notes for your accountant
Keep questions, missing information and unusual items in one place.
Track mileage
Log business journeys and build a cleaner journey log for year-end.
Plan your tax set-aside
Use the Tax Pot Planner, Income Tax & Class 4 NI estimate and suggested set-aside amount.
Generate accountant packs
Create Quarterly and Year-End Accountant Packs to make handover easier.
Who is MavenHub for?
MavenHub is designed specifically for individuals who will be affected by Making Tax Digital for Income Tax.
Not sure if this applies to you?
Sole traders
Understand your MTD start date and get your quarterly income and expense records organised digitally.
Freelancers & self-employed
Freelancers and contractors need to prepare for quarterly updates instead of a single annual tax return.
Tradespeople & contractors
Keep track of income, expenses and mileage easily without getting bogged down in complicated paperwork.
Landlords with property income
Property income counts towards MTD thresholds. Learn how to track rental income and expenses correctly.
Consultants & service providers
Ensure your records are MTD-ready and stay on top of your tax obligations seamlessly.
Mixed income earners
If you have both self-employment and property income, both count towards your MTD threshold.
People with an accountant
Prepare your records properly so your accountant can focus on advice rather than chasing receipts.
Those wanting to be organised
Get ahead of the curve and feel confident and prepared before the MTD rules officially kick in.
Get started in minutes
A simple 4-step process to get you ready for MTD and keep you organised every quarter.
Check your MTD position
Use the free Eligibility Checker, Start Date Guidance and Readiness Score to understand where you stand.
Complete your setup checklist
Work through the Readiness Checklist so you know what needs to be in place before your first quarterly update.
Stay ready each quarter
Use the Deadline Dashboard, reminders and Quarterly Checklist to prepare before each submission.
Prepare better for your accountant
Generate Quarterly and Year-End Accountant Packs with your notes, mileage and tax pot history.
Less than the cost of one rushed accountant call. Built to keep you ready every quarter.
Pro is not just a list of software features. It gives you a practical system for staying organised, knowing what needs doing, and preparing properly before each MTD quarter.
If MavenHub helps you log an extra 415 business miles per year, that's worth around £228 in mileage claims at the current HMRC approved rate of £0.55/mile — covering the entire annual cost of Pro.
Better records and cleaner quarterly summaries can reduce the time your accountant needs to spend chasing information — potentially saving you £100–£200 or more in fees.
MavenHub guides you through four quarterly checklists per year — helping you avoid last-minute panic, missed expenses and disorganised records before each deadline.
The Tax Pot Planner estimates your Income Tax and Class 4 NI liability throughout the year so you know what to set aside — and avoid an unexpected bill in January.
Deadline reminders, a Deadline Dashboard and Quarterly Checklist mean you are not scrambling to remember what to do each quarter. Organised once, useful all year.
Arrive at every accountant meeting with a clear Quarterly Accountant Pack. Better information means less back-and-forth and more productive conversations.
For £19/month (or £190/year), Pro gives you a live MTD preparation system.
Instead of relying on scattered notes, calendar reminders and last-minute searches — MavenHub gives you one organised place for every part of your MTD routine.
Free
Find out where you stand with MTD.
- MTD Eligibility Checker
- MTD Start Date Guidance
- MTD Readiness Score
- Readiness Checklist
- Basic MTD Knowledge
Pro
Stay organised and stress-free for every MTD quarter.
- Everything in Free
- Full MTD Knowledge Hub
- Deadline Dashboard
- Deadline Reminders
- Quarterly Checklist
- Saved Notes
- Tax Pot Planner
- Income Tax & Class 4 NI Estimate
- Suggested Tax Set-Aside Amount
- Saved Quarterly Tax Pot History
- Mileage Tracker & Journey Log
- Quarterly Accountant Pack
- Year-End Accountant Pack
- Simple QuickBooks & Xero Guides
- Priority Email Support
Premium
Get accountant-supported MTD confidence.
- Everything in Pro
- Accountant-Supported MTD Setup
- Quarterly Bank Reconciliation Review
- Common Expense Categorisation Guidance
- Quarterly MTD Submission Support
- End Of Year Declaration Support
- Dedicated Accountant Contact
- Priority WhatsApp Support
Start free and get ready before 7th August
Check your MTD position today and complete your first readiness checklist inside MavenHub. The sooner you get organised, the easier each quarter becomes.
No pressure. Start with the free tools and upgrade only if you need the full quarterly preparation hub.
MavenHub helps you prepare. You stay in control.