As consumers look to make the most of their Costco membership amidst rising fees, financial website The Ascent offers some practical advice for maximizing savings. By leveraging monthly limited-time specials and checking the Costco website along with partner offerings, members can uncover additional discounts. Here are some straightforward steps for Costco members to enhance their membership value:
1. **Search for Monthly Deals on Costco.com**: Head to the Costco website and select the “Deals” section at the top of the homepage. Look for “October Savings” or relevant discounts for the current month to discover special offers on selected items. Additionally, using keywords to search can reveal whether a specific product is on sale. Beyond the naturally low prices that Costco provides, vendors occasionally offer their own discounts, potentially saving consumers hundreds of dollars. Another tip is to use your Costco credit card while shopping, which can earn you an additional 2% to 3% (or more) cash back.
2. **Check the New Arrivals**: To stay updated on the latest products, navigate to the “What’s New” section at the top of the Costco homepage. Recent searches have uncovered great prices on items like the iRobot Roomba vacuum mop and the Piretti 303 Midnight Series Cuvio golf putter.
3. **Explore the Treasure Hunt Section**: When visiting Costco.com, clicking on the “Treasure Hunt” link can lead to surprising deals. Recent online offers include a $500 Southwest Airlines gift card for only $449.99 and men’s coats for just $79.99.
4. **Find Last-Chance Discounts**: Sometimes, the best way to save at Costco is by purchasing items that are running low on stock. You can find these deals by clicking the “While Supplies Last” link or entering that phrase in the search bar on Costco.com. However, consumers should be aware that the quality of promotional items can vary, and not all may have the highest customer ratings.
5. **Check Out Costco Next Partnerships**: Costco.com is not the only place to find monthly deals. Some of Costco’s best online offers come from places members may not be aware of, such as Costco Next. By clicking on this section, shoppers can access member-exclusive prices on everything from cookware and skincare products to luggage and bicycles, as well as luxury tents and faucets.
By following these steps, Costco members can enhance their shopping experience and maximize the value of their membership benefits.
