20 Things You Should Buy in Bulk (and 20 You Shouldn't)
It’s pretty easy to fall into the bulk-store trap. That trap is when you think something is cheaper or better to buy at a place like Costco or Sam’s Club when you’re not really saving any money by doing so. After all, who is going to go through and calculate the price per square foot on paper towels or toilet paper? No one has time for that. Well, surprisingly, some items are better to buy at your local grocery store.
No, we’re not talking about toilet paper and paper towels. Unsurprisingly, they’re cheaper when you buy in bulk. However, did you know that soda is more expensive at bulk stores? If you compare the price per can, you’re saving more money if you buy the smaller fridge packs.
We decided that everyone should know how to save the most money when shopping—it doesn’t grow on trees or anything. We’ve compiled a list of things that you should buy in bulk, along with some things you should avoid. To seal in our argument, we’ve also listed why you shouldn’t buy the item. Some things will likely expire before you use them while others begin to get dangerous the longer you keep it.
Are you wondering what you should buy in bulk and what you should avoid? Check out our list, and let us know what you think.
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Did you know...
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- Jennifer Aniston's star-defining role on friends started a hair craze in the 90s that even lasted into the early 2000s. Called "The Rachel," Aniston's shoulder-length haircut had grown-out bangs and highlights styled to perfection. A hairdresser in Detroit noted that at the peak of its popularity, 40% of her business was devoted to recreating "The Rachel." Too bad that it was notoriously difficult to maintain on your own at home.
- In the summer of 2007, Joh Hamm became a household name when Mad Men premiered to critical acclaim and strong ratings. Just over a year and a half later, Ellie Kemper stole America's hearts (and Dwight's and Andy's) when she became the new receptionist on The Office. Before they were famous, Hamm was Kemper's high school drama teacher!
- After her role as First Lady came to an end, Jackie Kennedy went into the publishing business. She became an associate editor at Doubleday and worked mostly on autobiographies. In fact, she was one of two original editors for Michael Jackson's 2009 autobiography Moonwalk, a #1 New York Times bestseller.
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