Question

Today, I just found that my husband and I spend about $170 a week on groceries. Doesn't this seem like a lot for just two people? I buy a lot of fresh fruits and veggies, as well as some organic items, but this still seems a little steep. Are there any ways for us to scale back? Does costco save money on groceries?

Answer 1

Clearly, I love Costco,It's true that a trip to Costco can add up to a big chunk of change at the register, particularly because there are so many great deals and fun discoveries — and, of course, samples. I propose that Costco can save you money if you do the following things:

1. Stick to a list of things you truly need.
2. Compare prices-Only buy what you know is cheapest at the club.
3. Take advantage of all the perks. A Costco membership currently costs $55 ($110 for executive, where you get 2 percent back on all purchases). If you start with the base package, you need to save a little more than $1/week on things you would be buying normally. 
4. Don't get distracted by all the sparkly stuff.