Warehouse stores like Costco might save you big bucks in the long run, but how long does it take to actually recoup the membership fee?
The Costco basic membership is $60, which can easily be recouped if you buy a big haul or if you buy expensive products like a TV or other electronics.
If you buy $200 worth of gift cards for $150, you are $10 away from recouping your membership.
In simpler terms, you would need to save $5 a month at Costco to make your membership worth it.