Not all of us do it, but we all seem to have opinions about it. Tipping. When, how much, why, etc. Some people we might like to tip, like a flight attendant who was really nice to you in the midst of your miserable travel experience is not allowed (unfortunately) to accept any remuneration. They are just doing their job and besides, that may cement the vision of them being really well trained wait persons instead of trained safety professionals. But I digress. There are so many people in our lives that may deserve a little "thank you" in the form of a gift card or cash. Consumer Reports recently made a list of suggested amounts. As I mentioned on the air when I read some of them, this is a nationwide average. Remember we live in one of the most expensive areas in the country and you might want to give more.

• Cleaning person $50
• Child’s teacher $20
• Hairdresser $20
• Child care provider $38
• Manicurist $20
• Newspaper carrier $20
• Barber $15
• Building superintendent $25
• Pet care provider $25
• Mail carrier $20
• Lawn care worker $25
• School bus driver $15
• Fitness instructor $25
• Sanitation worker $20

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