Accountants for Landlords
Accountants for landlords help UK landlords with rental income, property tax and Self Assessment — whether you let one property or a portfolio. We prepare your tax return, check what you can claim, and explain what you owe and when.
What accountants for landlords cover
Accountants for landlords cover the rental and property tax work that comes with letting property in the UK. Our work includes:
- Preparing your Self Assessment tax return for rental income, including income from each property.
- Working out your rental profit, tax and payments on account, and the dates you need to pay.
- Checking allowable expenses and reliefs for landlords, such as mortgage interest, repairs, letting agent fees and running costs.
- Advice on the difference between letting as an individual and letting through a limited company.
- Company accounts and tax returns for limited-company landlords.
- Capital Gains Tax on selling a rental property, and reporting it to HMRC.
- Dealing with HMRC letters, checks and questions about your rental income.
We explain your return and your tax bill in plain English before anything is filed, so you know where you stand.
Who accountants for landlords are for
Accountants for landlords are for anyone who lets property in the UK and has to deal with rental income and property tax. That includes:
- Landlords with one or two rental properties.
- Landlords with a larger portfolio of properties.
- Limited-company landlords who let property through a company.
- Landlords who also have other income, such as employment or self-employment.
- Landlords who have sold, or are selling, a rental property and need to report Capital Gains Tax.
- Anyone who has fallen behind with a tax return for rental income, or who has had a penalty or an HMRC letter.
Our tax return for landlords guide explains what landlords need to report and the deadlines that apply.
How it works
Working with accountants for landlords is straightforward:
- Contact us — tell us about your properties, your rental income and what you need help with.
- We review your records — we look at your rental income, expenses and mortgage costs for each property.
- We agree the work and the fee — you get a written quote before any work starts, so there are no surprises.
- We prepare your tax return — we prepare your tax return, check your allowable expenses, and file it by the deadline.
- We keep you on track — we explain your tax bill and payment dates, and help you keep your records tidy through the year.
If you already file your own return, we can take over from your next return, or simply check a return before you file it.
Typical fees for accountants for landlords
Typical UK market averages for 2026, based on published competitor fee guides — not a fixed quote. Your exact fee depends on your records and complexity; contact us for a written quote. All fees exclude VAT unless stated.
| Service | Typical UK average | What affects the price |
|---|---|---|
| Tax return for one or two properties | £200–£400 (average around £300) | The number of properties, income sources and how tidy your records are |
| Larger portfolios or limited-company landlords, per return | £450–£900+ | The size of the portfolio, the number of properties and the complexity of the return |
| Company accounts for limited-company landlords | £800–£2,500 a year | The size of the company, its transactions and whether bookkeeping is included |
Why choose us
- Plain-English explanations — we explain your rental income, your tax return and your tax bill before anything is filed.
- Clear written quotes up front, with no hidden extras.
- We check your allowable expenses and reliefs, so you claim what the rules allow.
- Your records kept in order, so deadlines and HMRC requirements are not missed.
- A UK tax, accounting and finance focus, with guides checked against GOV.UK and HMRC guidance.
Frequently asked questions about accountants for landlords
How much does a tax return cost for a landlord?
A tax return for one or two properties typically costs £200–£400, with an average around £300. Larger portfolios or limited-company landlords typically cost £450–£900+ per return, or £800–£2,500 a year for company accounts. Your exact fee depends on your records and complexity, so contact us for a written quote.
What expenses can I claim as a landlord?
You can usually claim the costs of letting your property, such as mortgage interest, repairs, letting agent fees and running costs, where the rules allow. We check your allowable expenses and reliefs for you.
Do I need to file a tax return for rental income?
Most landlords need to report rental income to HMRC through Self Assessment. Our tax return for landlords guide explains what landlords need to report.
Should I let property through a limited company?
It depends on your income, costs and plans. We can explain the difference between letting as an individual and letting through a limited company.
Can you help if I have sold a rental property?
Yes. We help with Capital Gains Tax on selling a rental property and reporting it to HMRC.
Ready to get started? Contact us for a written quote, or email us.