5 Oct

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Free download: MTD Readiness Checker

Ten yes/no checks that tell you whether MTD for Income Tax applies to you from April 2026 — and exactly what to fix if not.

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The checker tells you where you stand. The course is the system that gets you compliant and claiming every legitimate expense — 9 modules, 11 working templates.

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