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((Threadjack)) HH...LOVE your new avatar! ((End Threadjack))Date: 11/23/2009 4:31:26 PM
Author: Hudson_Hawk
I have a membership to BJs. My mom and I share it, so it knocks the cost down to $20/year instead of $40. I go there for things that make sense to buy in bulk, so non-perishables mainly. I buy my dog food, paper products, some toiletries and OTC meds and cleaning supplies there. They also have decent prices on electronics and clothing (FI loves Dockers so we get those there). Most stores offer a free day pass, maybe you should check one out?
We have determined that it is not worth it for us. Taking the membership fee into account, the potential savings do not exceed the cost of the membership, and I would likely buy a lot more "stuff." We do occasionally receive free trial memberships, and we went a few months ago. I noticed that a lot of the prices were higher than the prices I could find at other stores. Cat food, pasta, cereal, etc. are all less expensive elsewhere. Bread is inferior. I would not buy it there, based on the ingredient list alone.
I think it is a convenience for people who like to stock up. I did have a membership, years ago, when I was single because I wanted to buy their dog beds! I used to buy a lot of product that I did not need. Since then, I have discovered the single.best.dog.bed ever at Costco.com, and I gladly pay the premium (5% I think it is) to order from them as a non-member.
I also notice that people always go to the back of the store and buy cases of water. We don't need it, but it also seems quite wasteful, if those shoppers' intent in joining was to save.
Date: 11/23/2009 4:50:50 PM
Author: Tacori E-ring
I think it is! We are Sam club members but might switch to Cosco (if we buy that bedroom furniture). We buy water, paper products, laundry/cleaning stuff in bulk. Also they have books, electronic, clothes, furniture. If and when we renew you can always just tag along with meMy parents are members of both. She likes Costco for food and Sams for regular household stuff (garbage bags, paper towels, etc).![]()
I was going to mention this as well about the 2% back which ends up making our membership nearly FREE every year! I''ve had a membership since the early 90''s. Generally I go about 1 or 2 times a month. (Sometimes weekly, just depends) Gas is always cheaper but I won''t make a special trip for it.Date: 11/23/2009 5:21:41 PM
Author: TravelingGal
We share the executive Costco membership that gives 2% back so the membership pays for itself and then some.
We buy a ton there. Great for meat when we are throwing a party. I can buy fruit in bulk because we eat a ton. I love their seasonal items and buy books and movies there too. Wines are also great there and no need to buy in bulk.
There is PLENTY of reason to have a Costco membership. I would die without one!