Posted
Dec 13 2007, 08:20 AM
by
Karen Datko
This post comes from Myscha Theriault at partner blog Wise Bread.
While I've been developing this article for a while now, Philip Brewer's recent article on bulk-purchase investment returns really kicked things into high gear. Most of us have known for some time that purchasing in bulk provides decent financial returns. Now, with Philip's excellent analysis of the potential percentage rates, you may be more motivated than ever to get started with large-quantity purchasing.
The problem? Bulk buying sounds way simpler than it actually is. Where do you store it? When does it make sense to buy in bulk versus small quantities? It's enough to make your eyes cross and your brain start to feel pickled, particularly if you've never shopped this way before. What's more, it's far from the sexiest financial subject matter out there, which can make it very difficult to analyze and apply to your personal situation.
Here's a nuts-and-bolts article covering what I see as the five major areas of consideration.
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