Frequently Asked Questions
Of course, however, big software names often just turn you into a data-entry clerk for your accountant; you spend hours doing the "donkey work" and paying high subscription fees, yet these platforms don't actually offer the trade-specific advice needed to reduce your end tax bill. While they help you record data, they don't stop accountants from charging you two or three times last year's fee to review it, whereas Susstax is designed to save you money through actual tax education and lower subscription & filing costs.
Yes. Susstax is designed to handle digital record-keeping for income and expenses in an acceptable format for HMRC submission. Whether you are filing yourself using our recommended bridging software or sending reports to your own accountant, we ensure your records meet the digital requirements.
Under MTD, you have to report your income and expenses every three months (quarterly). For most, the first quarterly filing period runs from 6th April 2026 to 5th July 2026, with the submission due by 7th August. We provide a menu of low-cost reports to make these regular submissions effortless.
Absolutely. We know that in the real world, work takes priority and paperwork often gets pushed to the side. Susstax works at your pace, allowing you to enter items daily, weekly, or in batches whenever you have a spare moment. You can even delegate the task to a family member to help you get caught up.
Susstax is a simple, low-cost MTD solution made by people in the trade, for people in the trade. We provide a platform where account preparation is free forever, helping you avoid the "money pit" of traditional accounting software and the 100+ hours of admin usually lost to tax prep.
Yes. Susstax is built for your lifestyle and works seamlessly on any smartphone, tablet, or laptop. There's no need to install complex software or change your banking—just log in and manage your records on whichever device is closest to you at the time.
Actually, April 2026 is the start of a 12-month transition period. While the first quarterly filing for those with turnover over £50,000 is due by 7th August 2026, HMRC anticipates a slow uptake and has provided a 12-month grace period before any fines are issued.
It means you must record your income and expenses in a digital format that can be transferred to HMRC. Susstax provides a simple way to do this on any smartphone, tablet, or laptop without needing to scan receipts or open new bank accounts.
Under MTD, you are required to report your income and expenses quarterly. Susstax offers low-cost options to help you submit these reports effortlessly.
The government estimates an average setup cost of £285 plus £115 annually. Some accountants may even double or triple their fees due to the extra work. With Susstax, digital record preparation is free forever, and you can fulfill all your tax obligations for less than £100.
The government estimates an average setup cost of £285 plus £115 annually. Some accountants may even double or triple their fees due to the extra work. With Susstax, digital record preparation is free forever, and you can fulfill all your tax obligations for less than £100.
Yes. You can use Susstax to prepare your records and then provide our reports to your accountant. Because our reports reduce their manual workload to simple review and filing, you should see substantial savings on your annual fees.
Not at all. Susstax is designed by the trade for the trade. It works at your pace with minimum disruption to your lifestyle, allowing you to enter data daily, weekly, or even delegate the task to a family member.
Yes. We offer a menu of free and low-cost reports specifically designed for Loan Finance, Mortgages, Universal Credits, and Child Care needs.
Susstax provides an end-of-year solution that auto-connects to HMRC. It pulls your previous quarterly submissions, asks you to confirm other income sources like interest or pensions, and helps you finalise your report simply.
We know the transition feels like a trap, but we're here to take the pressure off. Susstax isn't just software; it's a "Tax Education" service designed to give you the confidence to handle your own affairs without being fleeced by high fees. We simplify the "tricky" stuff like mileage claims, home office expenses, and deposits, making sure you stay compliant with HMRC while maximising your tax savings.