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Tax Return for Estate Agents

Complete your Self Assessment in 8 minutes. Claim all your allowable expenses and submit directly to HMRC.

  • Track commission income
  • Vehicle expense support
  • Marketing cost tracking
  • MTD-ready for 2026

Example Tax Calculation

Based on typical estate agents earnings £45,000/year

Gross Income£45,000
Expenses6,000
Taxable Profit£39,000
Income Tax£5,286
National Insurance£1,586

*Illustrative example based on 2024/25 tax rates. Your actual tax depends on your specific circumstances.

Allowable Expenses for Estate Agents

Claim these tax-deductible expenses to reduce your tax bill

Vehicle Expenses

Mileage or actual costs for property viewings and valuations.

Tip: Keep a mileage log for all property visits.

Marketing and Advertising

Property listings, photography, signage, and promotional materials.

Tip: Keep invoices for all marketing spend.

Professional Memberships

Propertymark, NAEA, or other industry body fees.

Tip: Membership fees are fully deductible.

Office and Equipment

Office costs, computers, cameras, and measuring equipment.

Tip: Track business-use percentage for shared items.

More expenses you can claim

Professional indemnity insurance
Phone and internet
Client protection scheme fees
Training courses
CRM and listing software
Signage and branding

How to File Your Tax Return

Follow these simple steps to complete your Self Assessment

1

Gather Your Documents

Collect income records, receipts, and expense statements

2

Enter Income & Expenses

Add your earnings and claim allowable expenses with our guided flow

3

Review Your Calculation

See exactly how much tax you owe with real-time calculations

4

Submit to HMRC

File your tax return directly to HMRC in minutes

Key Deadlines for 2024/25 Tax Year

Don't miss these important dates

5 April 2025

Tax Year Ends

Calculate your final income and expenses

5 October 2025

Register for Self Assessment

If this is your first year self-employed

31 January 2026

Online Filing Deadline

Submit your tax return and pay any tax owed

6 April 2026

MTD Starts (£50k+)

If your income exceeds £50,000, you must use MTD software

Late Filing Penalties

1 day late: £100 fixed penalty

3 months late: £10/day up to £900

6 months late: 5% of tax owed or £300 (whichever is higher)

12 months late: Additional 5% or £300

Plus interest on any tax paid late. Avoid these costs by filing early with QTax.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about tax returns for estate agents

Do self-employed estate agents need to register for Self Assessment?

Yes. If you work independently and earn commission, you must register for Self Assessment.

Can I claim vehicle costs for viewings?

Yes. Travel to property viewings and valuations is a deductible business expense.

What about marketing costs?

Property photography, signage, and advertising costs are allowable expenses.

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