Income records
- • Record rent and other property income clearly.
- • Record the date income was received.
- • Keep categories clear enough for later review.
Landlord checklist
Landlord record-keeping checklist
Use this page as a practical landlord-focused checklist for cleaner property records and better preparation.
Expense records
- • Record property expenses clearly and consistently.
- • Record the date the expense was incurred.
- • Keep categories organised so the year-end process is easier.
Property structure
- • Keep UK property and foreign property thinking separate where relevant.
- • Make sure jointly let property reflects your share correctly.
- • Use a system you can actually keep up with through the year.
Practical routine
- • Update records regularly rather than leaving everything until later.
- • Keep documents and notes easy to trace.
- • Use software or a process that still feels usable beyond the first quarter.
Good next step