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Bungleau · 10-13-2004, 05:00 PM

Wait staff in the US are definitely underpaid... and they're also taxed on what their tips *should* be. IOW, if they did $100 in business, they should have received $15 in tips (or whatever the magic multiplier is) and are taxed on that.

I generally tip from average to well (average being around 15%). Sometimes, it doesn't make sense to figure it out mathematically (15% of 4.35? Heck, it's a buck or a round-up).

One of my important rules: if I'm going to come back, a good tip is a wise investment in my future

10-13-2004, 05:00 PM	#36
Bungleau 40th Level Warrior Join Date: October 29, 2001 Location: Western Wilds of Michigan Posts: 11,752	Wait staff in the US are definitely underpaid... and they're also taxed on what their tips should be. IOW, if they did $100 in business, they should have received $15 in tips (or whatever the magic multiplier is) and are taxed on that. I generally tip from average to well (average being around 15%). Sometimes, it doesn't make sense to figure it out mathematically (15% of 4.35? Heck, it's a buck or a round-up). One of my important rules: if I'm going to come back, a good tip is a wise investment in my future __________________ B Save Early, Save Often Save Before, Save After Two-Star General, Spelling Soldiers -+-+-+ Give 'em a hug one more time. It might be the last.