Here are the best items to buy in bulk...

If you’re going to pay the annual membership for the privilege to buy in bulk – be sure to get your money’s worth...

You’ll make that money back – and then some, if you buy the right stuff. Here are a few items you should ALWAYS buy in bulk:

• Toilet Paper: It doesn’t go bad, you’re always going to need it and you use it all the time. Just make sure you have room for it and that you buy a brand that you and your family actually like.

• Bottled Water: A single bottle can cost 3 times what you’d pay for one on bulk.

• Dog Food and Treats: You’ll pay a lot less for these in bulk – but check the expiration dates and be sure you’ll use it all. Dog food does go bad.

• Gum: If they have your favorite brand – you’ll probably pay 20% less in bulk.

• Laundry Detergent: The large containers can be cumbersome – but they’ll last a lot longer and cost about half of what you’d pay in the supermarket.

• Meat: If you eat a lot of meat – and have the freezer space, you can get some very nice cuts for a LOT less. 

• Storage Items: When buying in bulk – you’ll probably need to split things up for storage. Foil, freezer bags and Tupperware are a much better deal in bulk.

• Personal Care Items: Shampoo, toothpaste, razors and deodorant are general all good bulk buys.

Source: Toni House, author of “Save Your Money, Save Your Family”