Research: Tax returns likely to cause big boost for agents

Research: Tax returns likely to cause big boost for agents

It’s that time of year again! As Aussies wait impatiently for their tax returns, new research has shown that agents can expect a nice little business boost to come their way.

A study by H&R Block has found that an average of 11 per cent of Australians spend their tax refund on travel each year.

That’s the fifth highest usage for Aussie tax refunds after savings (37 per cent), everyday expenditure (29 per cent), credit card debt (18 per cent) and the mortgage (15 per cent).

The firm also found that the average Australian tax return is a whopping $3,600.

Which could score you a pretty decent holiday, if you ask us, from weekend getaways, flights overseas, or even a cruise.

Susan Bonner, VP and Managing Director, Royal Caribbean Australia & NZ told Travel Weekly that now is the perfect time to book a summer cruise holiday. And the fact that tax returns are starting to roll in for many Aussies doesn’t hurt her case.

“Take advantage of your highly-anticipated tax return in conjunction with Royal Caribbean’s current half yearly sale which includes incredible savings of up to 40 per cent, and USD$100 to spend at sea,” said Bonner.

“A Royal cruise represents great value with delectable main dining, thrilling activities, world-class entertainment and contemporary accommodation included in the fare.”

Here are some of the fabulous cruises you could spend your hard earned tax dollars on:

Explorer of the Seas
27 October
11 Night Tropical Delights Cruise
Balcony Stateroom for $2, 279 pp, twin share.
Originally priced at: $3, 479 pp, twin share.
Visits: Isle of Pines, Noumea, Mystery Island, Lifou (Loyalty Islands), Mare (New Caledonia).

Ovation of the Seas
14 November
9 Night South Pacific Cruise
Balcony Stateroom from $1,589 pp, twin share.
Originally priced at: $2, 319 pp, twin share.
Visits: Noumea (overnight), Mystery Island.

Ovation of the Seas
14 February
12 Night New Zealand Voyage
Balcony Stateroom for $2,079 pp, twin share
Originally priced at: $3, 129 pp, twin share.
Visits: Bay of Islands, Auckland, Tauranga, Wellington, Dunedin, Dusky & Doubtful Sounds.

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