Do I still need an accountant with August?

It depends on your confidence and complexity. Plenty of landlords will still want an accountant, especially if they have mixed income sources, more complex financing, or want reassurance they’re claiming the right expenses. What August helps with is the part that usually causes pain, including clean, consistent record keeping. If your rent and expenses are tracked throughout the year, with receipts attached and costs categorised, it’s much easier for an accountant to review, adjust, and file accurately. Even if you self-file, having everything organised reduces missed items and last-minute scrambles.