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With your holiday tipping angst safely behind you, it's time to mine the halo effect of your largesse: Bigger than normal requests of your super, handyman, porter or doorman are more likely to be indulged now while the memory of your generosity is fresh.

Here is a sampling of Big Asks to consider before the half-life of your gratuity expires:

• Removing wall-to-wall carpeting

• Hanging pictures, mirrors, or shelves

• Moving your car to the alternate side of the street

• Installing or switching window shades

• Changing locks

• Moving furniture

• Putting up new hooks or towel bars

• Re-grouting

• Acting as a general contractor on small renovations

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