I came to an article about 5 memberships to consider in order to save money via Free Money Finance. He offers his take on each of them, and I’ll offer mine as well:
1) Zoos and Aquariums: I’d consider it, as we do have a decent zoo up here. However, this is not a purchase that would save us money, as I don’t spend anything on the zoo currently.
2) AARP: I hope to tell you in a couple of decades.
3) Warehouse Clubs: Buying in bulk is usually a good cost-saving measure, and we have a lot of decent warehouse options. I’m a Costco guy myself, but the who is less important than the savings. My friends and family tend to save on groceries, of course, but also on electronics of all things.
4) AAA: It makes its cost back many times over for us every year, as we like to hit a few conventions and go on one longer vacation every year. The membership also proved quite helpful when our car broke down some years back.
5) Amusement Parks: This is another one that I would put to use if I had it; however, I would end up spending more than I do now on amusement parks since we only go once a year (usually in the previously mentioned longer vacation). Our local amusement parks our sub-par, sadly.
I’m sure there are plenty of other memberships worth considering, but your mileage will vary. Just apply it to your circumstances to determine if it will be worthwhile.
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