Which tax software is best for you as a sole trader (or landlord)?

If you’re a sole trader or landlord, tax season can seem overwhelming. After all, there’s a maze of forms, deadlines and calculations to get to grips with – and that’s before the Making Tax Digital changes come into force next April.

This will see digital record-keeping become essential. So, it’s never been more important to choose the right Self Assessment tax software. It’s not just about having a convenient solution but also being confident and compliant in it too. So which tax software is right for you? Let’s break it down. 

The challenge

Whether you’re running a business or managing tenants, you likely don’t have time to spend hours on spreadsheets. And even if you did, who would want to? That’s why you need tax software that makes your life easier, not more complicated. In fact, the best software should help you:

• Record income and expenses quickly
• Submit tax returns directly to HMRC
• Stay on top of industry changes like Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD)
• Understand what you owe, before it’s due

Sounds good, right? That’s where GoSimpleTax comes in. 

Why GoSimpleTax is a smart choice

GoSimpleTax was built for the self-employed and landlords in mind with one aim: to take the stress out of Self Assessment. That’s not all either:

• Made for non-accountants: Forget accounting jargon, GoSimpleTax comes in plain English. Simply enter your income and expenses, and our system does the rest.
  
• Real-time tax calculations: See exactly how much you owe as you go. That means no nasty surprises when January rolls around.
  
• File directly to HMRC: You can submit your Self Assessment return in just a few clicks. Even better, GoSimpleTax is HMRC-recognised meaning it’s fully compliant and secure.
  
• Perfect for landlords: Record rental income, claim allowable expenses and keep everything organised. This makes managing multiple properties easy.
  
• Access anywhere: Use our system on your laptop, tablet or phone – whenever you need to log an expense or just check your tax position.
  
• Expert support: Our team is here to guide you every step of the way and closer to those important tax deadlines we even have extended opening hours.
  
• Get MTD-ready: Making Tax Digital for Income Tax begins rolling out from April 2026. GoSimpleTax already makes it easy to stay organised and keep good digital records. And when it comes to full MTD requirements, we also provide Coconut – a straightforward tool designed specifically to help you follow the new rules without any added stress.

Join thousands of happy users 

More than 20,000 customers already trust GoSimpleTax to simplify their tax return. So, whether you’re filling it out for the first time or preparing for the upcoming changes, GoSimpleTax has everything you need – all in one place. 

Start your free trial today and see how simple Self Assessment can really be. 

Blog content is for information purposes and over time may become outdated, although we do strive to keep it current. It's written to help you understand your Tax's and is not to be relied upon as professional accounting, tax and legal advice due to differences in everyone's circumstances. For additional help please contact our support team or HMRC.