Not Sure How Much To Tip This Holiday Season??

I know I always have a hard time figuring out how much to tip during the Holidays.  Read on for some suggestions!
Baby Sitter
One to two nights' pay is about right for a baby sitter you’ve used frequently throughout the year or for last-minute emergencies, says Ramsey. For a nanny or au pair, consider giving one week’s pay and a small gift from the child. A day-care provider might deserve $25 to $70.
Cleaning Person
The cost of one visit is considered fitting if he or she visits weekly or biweekly, says protocol adviser Rosanne Thomas. Increase the amount for someone who works more often. If you use a cleaning service that works as a team, a box of candy for the team is customary.
Dog Walker
Tip your regular dog walker up to a week's pay. Or you can substitute a gift for a cash tip, according to the Emily Post Institute. If you bring your pet to the same person year-round for grooming, you might consider tipping half the cost of a session or giving a gift, says Ramsey.
Hairstylist
The normal cost of a visit would be a nice tip for a stylist you see regularly. If you don’t require as much attention from your stylist or barber, you may prefer to give about $20 as a tip during your December visit.
Letter Carrier
The U.S. Postal Service forbids mail carriers from accepting cash, and says gifts must be under $20 in value. A gift card or a basket of fruit, nuts or chocolates that could serve as an off-duty snack is acceptable. A glowing letter to a supervisor praising a carrier who was undeterred by snow, rain, heat or gloom of night may mean even more than a gift, says Peggy Post, author of Excuse Me, but I Was Next.
Newspaper Delivery Person
Consider giving $10 to $30, unless you tip regularly throughout the year. Then, you can give a smaller gift of a few dollars.
 Personal Trainer
If you have an ongoing relationship with the professional and feel you have received above-average service, a tip of $50 or up to the cost of a session would be a nice thank-you around the holidays.
Teacher
For your child's teacher, consider giving a small gift, accompanied by a note or drawing by your child but check first with your school on its policy. If gifts are forbidden, a note of appreciation is always appropriate.
Trash Collectors
You should tip each of your trash or recycling collectors $10 to $30. You can hand them the envelope directly when they make their rounds during holiday season. But first check on the rules for your municipality. Some jurisdictions forbid workers from accepting cash.


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