Of course, of you buy a 5-10 year old house, you're likely to need to do some repairs/replacement during the 5-8 year holding period you're looking at anyway. - One advantage to buying a newer home is that you're more likely to get some on the in features already- granite countertops, open floor plans, etc.
If you are uncertain about how much to give, just to tip based on your bill. Generally, 10% - 15% of the bill is the most proper amount. For the tour guide and the driver, 10-70 RMB (1 - 10 US dollars) a day per person is adequate.
Your stylist lives off tips, so you should obviously always tip him/her. If you're pleased with the result, leave a 15-20 percent tip â 15 percent for good service, 20 percent for exceptional service. If you've been going to the same stylist for a long time and they always go above and beyond, you should try leaving at least 20 percent every time.