Costco began as two single companies nearly 7 years apart from one another: Price Club and Costco. Costco was actually started by a guy that worked for the owners of Price Club. Eventually the two merged and after years of keeping the name Price Club, the company was rebranded Costco and has remained that way since.

If you’re in California, you KNOW Costco. They’re your one stop shop for bulk items at great deals. Their membership cost is reasonable and allows you to share with your family members. Their return policy is one of the best in the world. Costco is one of the largest and most competitive retailers in the world.

Costco describes themselves as welcoming to all and highly committed to quality, carrying what their shoppers want. And their shoppers aren’t debating that! Costco members, once signed up, typically stay members for decades to come!