For those of you who have one - do you feel you save money even when paying $40 for a membership to shop there? I'm thinking of buying a membership but can't make up my mind.
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Yes, I love it. I love buying huge pacages of stuff, and knowing im not gonna have to buy it again for 6 months or a year.
Well, it really depends on how many times you are going to be shopping there. I don't find the electronics worth the membership. Groceries, i do find it worth it . Bulk shopping is cheaper for food. All the other stuff they offer, can still be beat elsewhere.
Yes, I do David. I buy in large quantities and freeze a lot. Even if you only buy one of their decorated cakes, you will save about half what you would spend at Wally World and it tastes better. Milk is usually $2 less than the stores, and their brands of items are as good as name brands and run $3-$5 dollars less per unit. The meat is always excellent. One trip can save you back the $40 easy.
We usually do a trip every 2 to 3 months and it is worth it to us. Christmas time is even better with game deals and movie specials.
We usually do a trip every 2 to 3 months and it is worth it to us. Christmas time is even better with game deals and movie specials.
I really think that having the card is great. There are many great savings on all kinds of items, even if you do not normally buy bulk. There is always a need for big amounts at holiday time or for a special occassion. The clothes there are nice and the prices are great.
No, but Costco is.
I really appreciate all the comments!
On electronics you can easily save 20 to 40 vs Walmart,like an Ipod classic everywhere is 249 for 80GB and 349 for 160GB at Sams they are 236 and 336 and if you go o a Sams with optical their contact lenses are far cheaper than even walmart,milk is often as low as 3.27,it is well worth it,Costco is great but there are so few only two in all of Alabama, Sams is the way to go
David L,
Thank you for asking a very good question. When you consider that Americans have and still are loosing jobs to other countries you must ask why and who is profiting from our misfortune. Why is our economy in such a bad shape? Why did Ford and Reynolds shut down here in the Shoals? Why did the Tennessee River t-shirt factory and all the other factories in north Alabama relocate elsewhere?
Now consider that Wal-Mart and Sam’s Club are the largest importers of foreign goods in the USA. Why would anyone want to pay them to to purchase products that we could be making here?
It amazes me that the people want to make their lives less fortunate. If yall like paying someone to screw the hell out of you then go ahead! Ha Ha Ha you get what you deserve! LMAO !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Not proudly though.
Thank you for asking a very good question. When you consider that Americans have and still are loosing jobs to other countries you must ask why and who is profiting from our misfortune. Why is our economy in such a bad shape? Why did Ford and Reynolds shut down here in the Shoals? Why did the Tennessee River t-shirt factory and all the other factories in north Alabama relocate elsewhere?
Now consider that Wal-Mart and Sam’s Club are the largest importers of foreign goods in the USA. Why would anyone want to pay them to to purchase products that we could be making here?
It amazes me that the people want to make their lives less fortunate. If yall like paying someone to screw the hell out of you then go ahead! Ha Ha Ha you get what you deserve! LMAO !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Not proudly though.
You Sir, PC (and I use the term lightly), are a donkey's rear and I hope you find someone who is big and BLACK to knock you off your precious little high horse so low that the maggots have to crawl over you while you lie in the muck of this earth. You are one big bigot and one unintelligent scum bag that has done nothing but spew your ignorance and your bigotry.
Bulk shopping is only worth it if you use everything you buy. If you buy 10 lbs of bacon and only use 2 before it goes bad, you're paying too much.
I used too keep a mini fridge in my office stocked with different kinds of cokes. I bought them by the case (24 cans) at Sam's for about 7 bucks. I sold them for 50 cents each which was cheaper than the vending machine.
$5 profit per case adds up quick once word gets around the office. I was buying about 4-5 cases every couple of weeks. That paid for my mini fridge in no time.
So yes, depending on what you buy, Sam's is a great way to save some money. Plus, I believe their gas is a little cheaper.
I used too keep a mini fridge in my office stocked with different kinds of cokes. I bought them by the case (24 cans) at Sam's for about 7 bucks. I sold them for 50 cents each which was cheaper than the vending machine.
$5 profit per case adds up quick once word gets around the office. I was buying about 4-5 cases every couple of weeks. That paid for my mini fridge in no time.
So yes, depending on what you buy, Sam's is a great way to save some money. Plus, I believe their gas is a little cheaper.
quote:Originally posted by littlemeanmama:
You Sir, PC (and I use the term lightly), are a donkey's rear and I hope you find someone who is big and BLACK to knock you off your precious little high horse so low that the maggots have to crawl over you while you lie in the muck of this earth. You are one big bigot and one unintelligent scum bag that has done nothing but spew your ignorance and your bigotry.
I’m sorry that you unable to understand a perfectly good response. FYI… you show our ignorance when you attack someone and are unable to give a good solid educated rebuttal. You prove this by being off topic and I bet you have not read any other post here.
quote:you show our ignorance
Nice reply.
Ford and Reynolds shut down due to greed. Tennessee river T-shirt factory could not compete with internet and discount stores. I read every post on every topic I reply to which is why you got under my skin, you have spewed this same crap on every thing you have posted on.
PC's post was just stupid,of course they are the largest importer because they are largest in general they are a business and play within the laws our government allows
quote:Now consider that Wal-Mart and Sam’s Club are the largest importers of foreign goods in the USA. Why would anyone want to pay them to to purchase products that we could be making here?
how long before that local cow gets the milk to market? and at which local market will we find American goods? i'd love to buy American, but it's hard to find. where do you shop PC?
I am with hippiegirl on this one PC. Please let me know where you shop, that sells only US products, and has everything that good ole walmart has. I will go tonight.
Sorry to get off the topic. To answer the question of the post. I think Sams is well worth it, especially if you have kids at home. The bulk price on the food, diapers, and snacks are great. They also have some nice clothes for a resonable price.
Sorry to get off the topic. To answer the question of the post. I think Sams is well worth it, especially if you have kids at home. The bulk price on the food, diapers, and snacks are great. They also have some nice clothes for a resonable price.
Well worth it. We go once a month for snacks, drinks, paper goods, and a few other things. Great for holidays, and most of the time I love their fruit. You do have to watch prices b/c bulk is not always the best deal around...even though you can save on most things.
Since I plan to buy food items, it sounds like it is a good deal. I've been there with a friend and have noticed bargains on a lot of things. Thanks again for your suggestions.
How mean! PC has just as much right to his/her opinion as you do! Woe be the one that doesn't agree with YOUR opinion........why can't you disagree WITHOUT being disagreeable?quote:Originally posted by littlemeanmama:
You Sir, PC (and I use the term lightly), are a donkey's rear and I hope you find someone who is big and BLACK to knock you off your precious little high horse so low that the maggots have to crawl over you while you lie in the muck of this earth. You are one big bigot and one unintelligent scum bag that has done nothing but spew your ignorance and your bigotry.
Yeah, it's worth it. 
I love to shop there. Great deals
I love to shop there. Great deals
David L ~ you can also split a membership. Sam's was out at my office signing folks up not long ago. Two people in different households could each pay $20 and "split" a membership. Both people get a card, the difference is that only the primary gets mail from Sam's about deals / specials / time to renew your membership / etc. Might be something you could consider.
We pay for memberships at both Sam's and Costco and still feel like it's worth it. Costco gasoline is cheaper than any of the brand name gas stations. My husband got a MUCH better deal on his hearing aids, purchased at Costco, than through a Beltone store or doctor's office.
Each franchise carries different items so if we don't find it at Sam's, we go to Costco or vice versa, and usually find what we need. I know that some companies offer a corporate membership to its employees as a perk. I had that with an employer while I was living there in the Shoals and also had the same deal with an employer here. It's worth it to find out if your company offers this option. Neither my current employer nor my husband's offer it for Sam's or Costco so we just pony up the fees ourselves.
Each franchise carries different items so if we don't find it at Sam's, we go to Costco or vice versa, and usually find what we need. I know that some companies offer a corporate membership to its employees as a perk. I had that with an employer while I was living there in the Shoals and also had the same deal with an employer here. It's worth it to find out if your company offers this option. Neither my current employer nor my husband's offer it for Sam's or Costco so we just pony up the fees ourselves.
quote:Originally posted by David L.:
Since I plan to buy food items, it sounds like it is a good deal. I've been there with a friend and have noticed bargains on a lot of things. Thanks again for your suggestions.
Pick up a Food Saver while you are at it. Buy in bulk, and vacuum pack.
If you have a dog that likes pigs ears, you can get the same big bag that WalMart has for half the price (what is that about?). My wannabe Schnauzer loves the things.
quote:Originally posted by T S C:
David L ~ you can also split a membership. Sam's was out at my office signing folks up not long ago. Two people in different households could each pay $20 and "split" a membership. Both people get a card, the difference is that only the primary gets mail from Sam's about deals / specials / time to renew your membership / etc. Might be something you could consider.
Think they will let me split a membership with someone I hate and let them be the primary member? I'd pay both parts. End result, same cost, my enemy gets all the fliers and e-mails, and I don't. Win, win, win!!!!
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We pay for memberships at both Sam's and Costco and still feel like it's worth it. Costco gasoline is cheaper than any of the brand name gas stations. My husband got a MUCH better deal on his hearing aids, purchased at Costco, than through a Beltone store or doctor's office.
Each franchise carries different items so if we don't find it at Sam's, we go to Costco or vice versa, and usually find what we need. I know that some companies offer a corporate membership to its employees as a perk. I had that with an employer while I was living there in the Shoals and also had the same deal with an employer here. It's worth it to find out if your company offers this option. Neither my current employer nor my husband's offer it for Sam's or Costco so we just pony up the fees ourselves.
If you're at Costco in Hoover just look for the couple roaming the aisles every weekend. The woman will be trying to hold the tall guy with the moustache back while the guy is buying EVERYTHING IN THE STORE. Oh, you may not be able to actually SEE me, cause I usually can't see over the top of the overloaded cart....
quote:Originally posted by vick13:
If you're at Costco in Hoover just look for the couple roaming the aisles every weekend. The woman will be trying to hold the tall guy with the moustache back while the guy is buying EVERYTHING IN THE STORE. Oh, you may not be able to actually SEE me, cause I usually can't see over the top of the overloaded cart....
Sounds like you have your work cut out for you vick...wow, that's scary...a man WITH the shopping gene. Be careful, the people in white lab coats might find out about him and try to capture him for further study!
Is the $40 membership monthly / quarterly / yearly?
I had a membership at one time but it was a Christmas gift from my grandmother. She bought my husband and I a year membership and we just never got around to renewing it. We were newlyweds and still not watching our pennies like we should have been and ate out a lot. I now cook everynight and carefully shop for the best deals and would love to join Sams as long as its not $40 a month!
I had a membership at one time but it was a Christmas gift from my grandmother. She bought my husband and I a year membership and we just never got around to renewing it. We were newlyweds and still not watching our pennies like we should have been and ate out a lot. I now cook everynight and carefully shop for the best deals and would love to join Sams as long as its not $40 a month!
Honey, it's $40 a year, not a month.
And Beemer, this man does ALL my grocery shopping. Which is why when I open my fridge or pantry things fall onto my head. Because you know, we NEED 25 pounds of rib eye steaks you slice yourself.
And Beemer, this man does ALL my grocery shopping. Which is why when I open my fridge or pantry things fall onto my head. Because you know, we NEED 25 pounds of rib eye steaks you slice yourself.
quote:Originally posted by vick13:
Honey, it's $40 a year, not a month.
And Beemer, this man does ALL my grocery shopping. Which is why when I open my fridge or pantry things fall onto my head. Because you know, we NEED 25 pounds of rib eye steaks you slice yourself.
I guess it has its pros and cons. I find it's usually not helpful when my husband comes grocery shopping with me because he doesn't buy the useful stuff, you know, like REAL FOOD, but things like powdered sugar donuts, potato chips, and chocolate syrup - whether we need them or not. At this very moment, I have five containers of ice cream in my already overflowing freezer because, in his words, "you can never have too much ice cream".
Now that sounds like my kind of man. Mine buys meat. Lots of meat. We had a woman I worked with over to dinner once and he cooked meat. He was grilling. I had the bread ready, with dishes on the table, etc. He first brought in hot dogs, we ate those. Then hamburgers. We ate those. Then pork chops. Then steak. Just meat. No salad. No veggies.
The woman told everybody at work it was like eating at a Viking feast.
The woman told everybody at work it was like eating at a Viking feast.
We own businesses in three cities/towns and put all our managers on our Sam's account. They buy our office and business-related supplies (we pay for that) AND they make purchases for themselves and pay for those purchases themselves. All of the managers I know of buy and split the cost by dividing up the goods with other employees. That way they don't have to actually eat a 50 pound bag of potatoes before they spoil and the others get a good deal, too. Always ask your employer if they have a Sam's or Costco plan you can join. It is a great employee perk! (Also, watch those sales notices from Costco - they can save you quite a bit!)
Also, if you are a Sam's Club member you get MAJOR discounts at Comfort Inn hotels (and all the other hotels within that chain).
It's even better than an AAA discount. The Comfort Inn here in Florence has a normal rate around $90, AAA rate is around $70, but with Sam's Club the rate was $60.
I'm not a member, but my in-laws are, and they just came for the weekend and stayed there with their Sam's Club rate.
Not a bad perk for a $40/year membership.
It's even better than an AAA discount. The Comfort Inn here in Florence has a normal rate around $90, AAA rate is around $70, but with Sam's Club the rate was $60.
I'm not a member, but my in-laws are, and they just came for the weekend and stayed there with their Sam's Club rate.
Not a bad perk for a $40/year membership.
quote:Originally posted by vick13:
Now that sounds like my kind of man. Mine buys meat. Lots of meat. We had a woman I worked with over to dinner once and he cooked meat. He was grilling. I had the bread ready, with dishes on the table, etc. He first brought in hot dogs, we ate those. Then hamburgers. We ate those. Then pork chops. Then steak. Just meat. No salad. No veggies.
The woman told everybody at work it was like eating at a Viking feast.
Vick - sounds like yours and mine would get along famously...let's try to NEVER get the two together or you and I will never see another vegetable or salad on the table again - just lots of meat followed by sticky sweet dessert.
quote:Originally posted by littlemeanmama:
You Sir, PC (and I use the term lightly), are a donkey's rear and I hope you find someone who is big and BLACK to knock you off your precious little high horse so low that the maggots have to crawl over you while you lie in the muck of this earth. You are one big bigot and one unintelligent scum bag that has done nothing but spew your ignorance and your bigotry.
Good comment!......
I dont have Sams..... we live too far away from it....