Costco is officially my happy place. Where else can you buy enough toilet paper for an entire year and snack on delicious free samples while doing so?
If you shop at Costco every week , or let’s be honest, multiple times a week, then you’ll want to check out these shopping secrets that will help you get the most out of your membership.
There are always more ways to save at Costco!
You can save big if you’re looking to buy a new car.
Costco’s auto program allows you to get preferred pricing on select car models, and compare pricing and payment plans. On average, people save about $1000 through the program!
Planning a wedding? Shop at Costco!
Costco has a large selection of fresh floral arrangements and bridal packages that are way cheaper than a traditional florist. DIY your centerpieces and use the money you save for the honeymoon.
Look for the star on price tags.
If you see a star on a price tag, that means that the product will soon be discontinued. If it’s one you love, stock up! In the following weeks, the product could also be discounted to clear out any remaining stock.
Prices that end in .97 are deals.
Regular priced items end in .99, so if you see a price that ends in .97, that means it could be a real deal and save you some money.
Check out the gift card aisle.
The gift card aisle has some exclusive deals for Costco members that will save you money on local attractions and other popular stores. I always buy my movie tickets there because they are so cheap.
You can get your money back if an item goes on sale after you’ve purchased it.
If an item goes on sale less than 30 days after you purchased it, Costco will pay you back the difference. Now that’s customer service I can get behind.
Score big on seasonal items.
Seasonal items are the ones that get rotated the most, and need to be cleared out for the next item coming in. Look for huge deals on things like toys after Christmas, or gardening items in the summer.
Be sure to check out the Treasure Hunt section on the website.
Treasure Hunt is where some of their biggest sales and deals are posted and they also apply to products that might not be available in store. It’s worthwhile to check out this section regularly for huge savings.
Their athletic wear is durable and well-priced.
Athletic wear can be pretty pricey and you’re just going to sweat in it anyways. Costco carries their own brand of athletic wear, as well as companies like Bench and Adidas. The quality and price are amazing. Now go get your workout on.
