A Costco connoisseur has shown her devotion to the budget retailer by holding her birthday party in the food court of one of the cut-price superstores. The thrifty Floridian, known only as Madison, invited six family members along to her celebration on Sunday evening, filming the festivity for TikTok. “Today is my birthday, and I’m … Read more
A Costco shopper has taken to TikTok to reveal the meanings behind the prices of Costco items. In a video that has garnered 1.3 million views and counting, Ryan Quinlan, @butthatsmyopinion, translates to customers of the wholesaler what each marked price allegedly means based on the cents. “Never miss a great deal again,” Quinlan captioned … Read more
A married couple with a mutual love of Costco have written a book about the retailer – and they have also discovered many tips about navigating shopping there over the years. David and Susan Schwartz wrote “The Joy of Costco: A Treasure Hunt from A to Z” together, with Susan describing it in a joint … Read more
Costco has been widely regarded as a supersaver haven, but one former member has revealed why rival Sam’s Club is a cost-effective hidden gem. Kimberly Gladden-Eversley, from Winchester, California, claims in an essay for Insider that she jumped memberships once she learned of the Walmart spinoff’s lower joining fees, its easy-to-use app, better prices on … Read more
Going the extra mile to save money on groceries is just part of being American in 2023 — even for the Amish. Costco superfans David and Susan Schwartz spent the last seven years visiting more than 200 stores all over the world — countless $1.50 hot dogs and sample cart stops later, one of the most … Read more
This debate has people really fired up. Grocery giant Costco has brought back one of its fall favorites, the Kirkland Signature Chili, sparking controversy over one key ingredient. On TikTok last week, user @costcohotfinds showed off the product, which comes in a 4-pound tub and features beef, onions, cheese and spices — as well as … Read more
Good-buy to all that. Costco may be one of the most popular brands in America, but one disgruntled former member couldn’t terminate her relationship with the wholesale warehouse fast enough — and she’d be happy if others did the same. In an essay penned for Insider, Sarra Sedghi ranted about her experience with the bulk retailer, … Read more
A thrifty mom has revealed how she affords a massive meat shop to feed her family for just $43. According to the Aussie shopper, bulk-buying meat from Costco and then freezing individual portions is the way to save big. Read on to find out exactly what she buys and how she preps it all for meals in the … Read more
A Costco employee claims management reprimanded her for work attire that was “too much” for her male co-workers — even though they allegedly admitted she was following the store’s dress code. New Jersey resident Aisha Mason posted videos to her social media last week after she claimed her higher-ups “body-shamed” her and told her she … Read more
A personal finance content creator and influencer claims his mother has been banned from a Costco Wholesale location as stores crack down on non-member shoppers. Angelo Castillo, of San Mateo, California, who is the founder of the personal finance coaching service Profit Plug, created a TikTok video about how his mother allegedly received the ban. In the … Read more
Nearly 60,000 canisters of a supplement Jennifer Aniston promotes have been recalled due to potential contamination. Vital Proteins is voluntarily recalling its 24-ounce canisters of Collagen Peptides powder for fear that pieces of a broken blue plastic lid contaminated the product. The “Friends” actress is a spokesperson for the Chicago-headquartered company, which said the affected … Read more
It’s a bad sign of the times. Costco executives told investors that recent shopper habits are sending tell-tale signals that a recession is on the way. Particularly, customers are avoiding pricey beef products and instead are buying cheaper meats that include pork and chicken, according to Business Insider. Costco CFO Richard Galanti warned that this … Read more
Who doesn’t want some extra cash? According to one savvy TikToker, it’s as easy as a trip to Costco. The creator Rios, who posts under @riostoriches, made a clip explaining how he makes some extra cash — revealing he made $1,000 in one week. “We will hold your hand and teach you how to do … Read more
BRB, just going to Costco because we just found out you can shop there without a membership!? Who would have thunk? The bulk-buying supermarket is almost synonymous with its $60/year fee, but one savvy TikToker has now let the world in on a little-known fact. You don’t actually have to fork out anything in order to gain access to … Read more
2023 is seeing parents forever dreading their weekly shop. The ridiculous cost of food and pantry items aside, the effort we have to go to also makes it one of life’s most mundane tasks. But one frugal mom-of-five has found a way to lessen both burdens. Tabitha Kelley, the mom behind the YouTube channel This Mama’s House has revealed how … Read more
Spendthrift is the new sexy. An innocent selfie posted by a man eager to show off his new Kirkland dress shirt has Costco fans — and the internet — exclaiming over the handsome fella’s cost-efficient get-up. “Ready for court in my Kirkland Signature dress shirt,” the Costco shopper and international man of mystery — known … Read more
When putting through a custom order on anything, we’re often told it’s always best to give as much detail as you can to avoid any confusion. Even better if you give a picture or sketch reference. But for one Costco customer, this strategy turned their custom cake order rather pear-shaped. And we’re sorry, but we’re laughing along with the internet on … Read more
It’s some foul fowl. Costco’s rotisserie chicken has some customers clucking that the prepared poultry has had a chemical taste as of late, according to a Reddit thread from last week. “We tasted it and it has a distinct chemical flavor to it, really off putting,” Reddit user u/MillennialModernMan wrote. “Same thing happened last time … Read more
Tying the knot in style has never been more expensive — or this popular. With the staggering rate of inflation impacting everything from floral arrangements to the cake — that’s if you can even find someone to make them, thanks to the post-pandemic “wedding boom,” which saw 2.6 million lovers get hitched last year at an eye-watering … Read more
Her meals don’t cost a thing. Toronto native Tasmin Dhaliwal claims she saves a ton of money by indulging in free samples at Costco for most of her daily meals, which are much more elaborate than a bite or two. She frequently posts viral videos on TikTok munching and crunching on mini delicacies, many of … Read more