6 Costco 'Inflation Busters' Young Professionals Swear By When Income Is Inconsistent
As a young professional making your way in the world, you're learning a lot — like how to make a good impression at the office and save money at home. That includes making a dollar stretch when your income may be inconsistent because of irregular hours or the timing of when bills come due. The situation becomes even more challenging given the impact of inflation.
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When just about everything feels more expensive and you're not sure how much you'll have in your bank account after payday, what do you do? You go to Costco and load up your cart with “inflation-busting” items that will last you a while.
1. Fresh Additions Fully Cooked Chicken Breast Bites, 3.2 oz, 10-count
Price: $19.28
Chicken is a versatile source of protein. It's perfect atop a salad, in a soup or inside a sandwich. With this 10-pack of chicken breast bites, you can freeze individual portions for later, ensuring you have them on hand when money is tight.
2. Quaker Instant Oatmeal, Variety Pack, 1.51 oz, 52-count
Price: $13.69
When you're a busy young adult, figuring out breakfast is the last thing you have time for. Fortunately, this large package of instant oatmeal makes that choice much easier. Each individually wrapped packet helps the oatmeal stay fresh longer and gives you more storage flexibility than a large tub of dried oats. And when times get really tough, oatmeal can double as a simple and budget-friendly dinner option.
3. Olay Advanced Moisture Renewal Blend Body Wash, 23.6 oz, 3-pack
Price: $12.49
Groceries aren't the only items young adults need to save money on. Household and personal care products can also put pressure on your budget. That's why picking up a three-pack of moisturizing body wash for less than $20 can save money over time while helping keep your skin hydrated.
4. Band-Aid Adhesive Bandages, Assorted, 198-count
Price: $16.99
One of the first things you realize when you're living on your own is that you don't think about purchasing household necessities like Band-Aids until you suddenly need them. You may even skip them on your grocery list to save money. Buying these bandages in bulk at Costco ensures you have them on hand for life’s everyday bumps and scrapes.
5. Lysol Disinfecting Wipes, Variety Pack, 95-count, 4-pack
Price: $16.99
Whether you're living in an apartment for the first time or sharing a space with roommates, keeping your space clean is important, even if cleaning supplies feel expensive. You can offset those costs by buying disinfecting wipes in bulk, which can be used to clean multiple surfaces throughout your home.
6. Supreme Rice Long Grain Rice, 25 lbs
Price: $15.99
Is there anything you can't do with rice? Serve it with vegetables and affordable protein sources like fish or chicken, and dinner is ready. It is the foundation of many healthy, budget-friendly meals, and buying it in bulk at Costco can help stretch your grocery budget further.
Editor’s note: Prices and availability are subject to change.
This article was provided by MoneyLion.com for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial, legal, or tax advice.
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