Keep in mind that the Costco Weekly Ad will likely be available for use only by members since the chain is a membership-only warehouse club. But this shouldn’t deter non-members from shopping at the largest membership-only warehouse club in the United States. In fact, this should be a source of inspiration to become a member and, thus, get the best value for your money.
Here are more ways to shop and save at Costco now!
Shopping Even Without Being a Member
Yes, of course, you can shop without enrolling in Costco’s membership program but you have to know the methods to do so. First, you have to remember that many states require warehouse clubs to sell specific items, such as medications and alcohol, to non-members. You can also avail of immunization services and buy prescription glasses, among other pharmacy services, from Costco although the terms and conditions may vary.
In these cases, you can apply the weekly ads. You will find that saving at Costco is, indeed, possible without becoming a member.
Yet another possible way is to enlist the assistance of a family or friend who has a Costco membership. Your friend can buy a few gift cards for you and, thus, allow you to shop at the warehouse club without a membership card. You may also acquire a Costco temporary one-day pass.
Shopping with Coupons and Credit Cards
If you have a credit card, you can use it to get rewards. With a Costco Executive Membership card, you can get cash backs at a maximum of $750 a year; the membership fee itself is $110 a year. You can use your Costco American Express card to get another 1% cash back or 3% back on gasoline.
Your membership in the rewards program also brings more savings. You may get as much as 2% back on your purchases, a small percentage at first but it eventually adds up when you regularly shop at Costco.
And if you’re going to shop, go near lunchtime as Costco offers some free food samples. You will not only get free lunch but also a free tasting of new products.