Some of these folks said it really well. If you do not set your own prices and work for someone else, especially if you pretty much live off of tips, such as a server at a restaurant, then not being tipped is unacceptable; it's your bread and butter and anyone who isn't ignorant knows that and should tip. However, if you basically run a business and set your own prices, then where is the room for EXPECTING a tip? If someone who uses your service wants to go above and beyond in showing appreciation, then they can go ahead and tip (I do) and that's fantastic, but it should not be expected. That's absolutely ridiculous when you chose what they will pay in the first place. I NEVER expect my clients to give me more than I choose to charge them, no matter what service I am providing. I am happy if they pay the price I choose to ask them to pay, happier if they pay it quickly, and very happy if they choose to return for more services at my set prices. I cannot believe someone would set a price for a service they provide, then expect customers to pay more than that price. It shocks me. If you feel you need more compensation, then charge more. It's more fair to you AND the customers who otherwise do not realize they are not paying your full rate and assume you are happy with them, not realizing that in reality you are looking down upon them because you actually expect them to pay more than you told them you expected. As far as rover.com's cut... every business has overhead, and I'll tell you it's generally a lot more than 15%. That percentage is a steal for the marketing and infrastructure that rover provides. Appreciate your tips; don't expect them.