It's that time of year again, when we craft our budgets right down to the last dime, figure out how much we can afford to get the kids for Christmas plus meet all our other financial obligations, then scream "OH CRAP" when we realize we didn't factor in all the tipping we're expected to do every year.

The garbageman, the mailman, the babysitter, the guy who cuts your hair, all with their hands out and not to shake yours. What's a struggling New Jerseyan supposed to do? Well, first you need to know who does and does not traditionally get a tip. Who better to go to for such etiquette advice then the Emily Post Institute.

Yes, there is such a thing. And you can check out this very in-depth tipping guide at EmilyPost.com.

Who do you tip during the holiday season? Share your thoughts in the comment section below.

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