Tipping Survey Results: How Much Do You Give, Who Makes the Most?

It's tipping season, and you'll likely lay out a hefty chunk of change for the servers at all of those celebratory meals, not to mention the cash that you'll stuff into envelopes for your super, nanny, hairdresser or other helpful professional.
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The money you spend on gifts isn't the only dent in your wallet during the holidays. It's also tipping season, and you'll likely lay out a hefty chunk of change for the servers at all of those celebratory meals, not to mention the cash that you'll stuff into envelopes for your super, nanny, hairdresser or other helpful professional. The etiquette around this can be tricky to navigate, so we surveyed 1,719 people to see what's normal, what's stingy and what's extreme. Click through the slide show to see the results of our annual Tipping Survey, and let us know your thoughts in the comments.

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