An elaborate rehearsal dinner can cost $70 to $250 per person and even higher. Ideas include a catered meal at a reception hall or a multi-course meal in a high-end restaurant or upscale hotel. Michelinguide.com provides lists of starred restaurants in New York City and in the San Francisco area.
As of 2015, the average industry price in the United States for house sitting is $25 to $30 per day, according to HouseSitter.com. The recommended pay for house sitting varies widely based on your location, the skills of the house sitter and the responsibilities that accompany the job.
Whatever you pay your sitter, make sure it's at least minimum wage. Overall, 83 percent of survey respondents think that sitters should be paid above the minimum wage of $7.25 per hour. Learn more about minimum wage and the current rates. Location, Location, Location.