Lizzy and Lissa break down the hidden costs – financial and otherwise – of buying in bulk. From big savings to big waste, they unpack when it’s worth it, and when it’s just more clutter. They also explore who gets left out of bulk benefits and why convenience isn't always cheap.
Main Topics
00:00 Introduction
01:32 Running The Numbers Segment
02:03 The Privilege and Pitfalls of Bulk Buying
07:32 Unexpected Costs and Considerations
14:30 Changing Circumstances and Bulk Buying
19:51 Expensive vs. Cheap Items
21:01 Toiletries and Household Staples
22:57 Buying in Bulk in Different Cities
27:26 Food Waste
33:01 20 Cents Segment
References for Statistics
https://www.lendingtree.com/credit-cards/study/bulk-buying/
https://couponfollow.com/research/savings-when-buying-bulk
https://walton.uark.edu/insights/posts/the-high-cost-of-low-income.php
https://www.rts.com/resources/guides/food-waste-america/
Co-Hosts
Lizzy is a strategist, alternative investments expert, and a founding partner of Pursuit Funds. Follow Lizzy: Instagram | TikTok
Lissa is a personal finance expert and content creator. Follow Lissa: YouTube | Instagram |TikTok | LinkedIn
Credits
► Produced by Lizzy Marie and Lissa Lumutenga
► Artwork by Lizzy Marie
► Music by Lissa Lumutenga, Net Net Podcast “Theme Song”
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