Thank-you gifts for a neighbor: 8 picks that don't make it a thing

They watered your plants, took your packages, kept your spare key. Stay specific, stay reasonable, sign with one line. $12 to $40.

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Quick answer

In 30 seconds: Bonne Maman preserves ($18) plus a card, 3-pack of LoLite succulents ($35), or Microplane zester ($15) if they cook.

What to skip for neighbors

Anything over $50. Reads as 'we are now in a thing.' Stay reasonable.

Personal items. Skincare, perfume. Wrong category.

Wine unless you've shared a bottle before.

Cash. Reads transactional.

How to actually pick

Match size to favor. Small (took a package once): Bonne Maman or Microplane, $15 to $20. Medium (watered plants for two weeks): succulents or candle, $25 to $35. Big (kept your spare key for a year): the snack box or two items together, $40 to $50.

Sign the card with one specific line. 'You took my Amazon packages all summer when the dog was loose at the back gate. Saved my deliveries five times.' That's it.

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Common questions

What's a good housewarming gift for a new neighbor?

Bonne Maman preserves plus a real handwritten note with your contact info. Charming, neutral, appropriately welcoming.

What's a good last-minute neighbor thank-you?

Bonne Maman preserves with a real card. The Microplane. The Anker charger. All ship Prime.

What if they have a dog?

The KONG Classic for the dog. The Bonne Maman for them. Combo wins.

What if they're elderly?

The Glocusent reading light, the Bonne Maman preserves, the large-print crossword book. Useful.

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