CHARLOTTE, N.C. — You can buy that at Costco? Yes, indeed you can (assuming you have a membership).
It’s not just bulk toilet paper and packaged food items. Costco sells some unusual items and all at a discount.
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Here’s a list of the unique buys you can score at Costco, according to the experts at The Penny Hoarder.
- Caskets
The warehouse clubs has a funeral department that, in addition to caskets, sells urns and a variety of memorial keepsakes. - Swimming pools
While the warehouse club sells only above-ground options, they’ve got a size range from 1,500 to 2,200 gallons. - Engagement rings
If you’re ready to propose to that special someone, you might want to include Costco in your search for a jeweler. If you’re worried the ring will look like it came from a warehouse club, keep this in mind: Costco was sued by famed jeweler, Tiffany & Co., for selling similar ring styles, according to the Penny Hoarder. - Vacations
Summer may be coming to an end, but that doesn’t mean you can’t take a fall or even winter vacation. Shop discounted vacation packages exclusive to the warehouse club. - Cars
Yes, Costco sells gasoline but did you know it also sells vehicles? Find deals on new cars, pre-owned vehicles and even RVs. - Emergency supplies
Sure, you can take the time to buy various items to create your own emergency relief kit, but you don’t have to if you’re a Costco member. The warehouse club sells a pallet of food with 3,816 servings and a 25-year shelf life. - Wedding flowers
The warehouse club sells wedding bouquet collections priced from $290 to $550 dollars, according to the Penny Hoarder. - Garages
The experts at Penny Hoarder say you can find all of the parts to build a one-car garage for a fraction of what they would cost elsewhere. - Insurance
Life, health, auto, home, pet – the warehouse club sells it all.
And don't forget: Costco aims to stop membership card sharing in a new crackdown.
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