Remembering the Mail Carrier
November 19th, 2009 admin
Associated Press personal finance writer Candice Choi writes, “This holiday season, a leaner budget might clarify which people truly make a difference in your life. The challenge will be figuring out how much to tip them.” She reports,” Mail carriers… can only take non-cash gifts valued at $20 or less. That could include a gift card, but not personal checks in any amount. Alcohol isn’t allowed either, …
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