Cut your tax bill – while you still can
It's one of the questions most commonly asked when we send out annual accounts: ‘What can I do to reduce my tax bill?’. And, at this stage, the difficult answer is that aside from finding some missing receipts, there’s really nothing we can do. …
AI works for the taxman – Hive doesn’t
In some respects, the growth and refinement of AI technologies is a wonderful thing. Like many companies, we’ve been experimenting with the many ways that both AI and IT systems can help us improve our processes and deliver a better service. But I’m always nervous when I hear people treating AI as a multi-use tool: the solution to everything from choosing a restaurant to completing your accounts. On paper, AI and accountancy might seem like natural partners. Granted, accountancy is a rules-based system, dealing with financial data. However, this “method” is just the starting point. It’s also vital to know …
It’s tough out there – but you can still help yourself
With soaring costs, high competition, and the perils of an Autumn Budget on the way, dental practices are under increasing amounts of pressure. …
UPDATE – Making Tax Digital
An update on Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax, outlining who is affected, what the requirements are from April 2026, and the current uncertainties surrounding its implementation. …
Don’t be forced into action
In finances, as in life, taking action only when you’re forced will always lead to the worst outcome. …
Important updates on Making Tax Digital (MTD)
Starting April 2026, MTD will apply to individuals with self-employment or rental income over £50,000 …
Don’t break the £100k glass ceiling
Too many dentists are falling foul of an HMRC quirk they never saw coming – but with proper planning, it’s easy to avoid. …
Can you pay your family members?
The conversation touches on key considerations such as appropriate compensation levels, potential deductions, and the nuances of employment laws when hiring family members. …
The many forms of profit
Think you know profit? You may need to think again. This seemingly simple concept is more complex than you might expect. …
The battle between urgency and importance
For practice owners, staying on top of your financials has real importance – not just for today, but well into the future. So what happens when urgent tasks get in the way? …
Don’t mistake a tool for a solution
As the world of accounting evolves, there’s an increasing number of useful tools available – but to get the best results, you need the expertise to make the most of them. …
The Realities of Financial Control
How the accountancy industry works vs. the realities of financial control. …
Navigating the tax landscape for 2024-25
It’s out with the old, in with the new… A fresh financial year is here, but it brings a raft of changes to the tax landscape. …
Don’t let April 5th pass you by
With April 5th fast approaching, your window to capture savings for the tax year is closing. …
Hive Accountancy Money-Back Guarantee
When you take that leap of faith with us, you can feel secure in the knowledge that you’ll only pay for the promises we deliver on. …
Leading the accountancy revolution
The days of old-fashioned tax returns have passed – we’re heralding a new era of flexible, future-focused accountancy. …
The Essential Self-Assessment Tax Checklist
At Hive, we recognise the complexities often associated with self-assessment tax for dental professionals. Nevertheless, armed with expert guidance and a meticulously crafted checklist, you can confidently navigate through this taxing procedure. Our handy blog is here to help you master the fundamentals and beyond. …
Clear the financial fog of uncertainty
Do you know what’s happening in your practice, and why? Or are you (like many) lost in a fog of uncertainty? …
