No membership? No problem. These insider tips unlock the savings. Access pharmacy, gas, and even groceries at Costco without the card. Learn how to beat the system and shop like a pro. #CostcoHacks #SmartShoppingSecrets #HiddenCostcoTricks
00:00Think you need a membership to shop at Costco? Not always. There are clever ways to access the savings. One trick, go with a friend who has a membership. They make the purchase. You pay them back. Even better, have them buy you a Costco shop card. Non-members can use these to enter, shop, and pay at any warehouse. You can also shop certain items online without a membership, though you'll pay about 5% more.
00:26Need prescriptions? You don't need a membership to use Costco's pharmacy. Just tell the entrance staff you're headed there. Costco gas stations offer top-tier fuel at lower prices, now with extended hours from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. on weekdays. Ever notice the store layout changes constantly? That's by design. It's called the treasure hunt strategy, meant to get you exploring and impulse buying. So bring a list and stick to it. Bought something and saw the price drop later?
00:54You have 30 days to request a price adjustment with your receipt. And here's a tip. There's no backroom inventory. If it's on the floor, that's all they have, so act fast. Some warehouses even let shoppers in up to 15 minutes early if they rush showtime ready. Forget outside coupons. Costco doesn't take them, but they offer their own deals in monthly booklets or through the app.
01:17Know your payment options. In-store, it's Visa, debit, cash, checks, EBT, and shop cards. Online ads, MasterCard. For gas, it's Visa, debit, or a shop card. With these tips, you can shop smart, even without a full membership.
