Costco codes hidden in plain sight reveal if you’re really getting a bargain
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If you’re a card-carrying Costco member, chances are, you like a good bargain. But it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of deals the massive warehouse has on offer. Thankfully, one finance pro has shared some cost-cutting hacks to keep in mind for your next visit.
Mark Tilbury, a ‘self-made millionaire’ and finance expert, shared tips with his 1.6 million Instagram followers in a video titled: ‘Five price hacks you can use in Costco to save money.’. In the video, Mark claims the Costco price tag can indicate how much money can be saved. He first urges his followers to look out for price tags that end in .99 — for example, when an item is sold at £20.99.
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Mark says that this means the item has not been discounted and is being sold at its full, original price. So, he claims, ‘there’s no rush to buy it’. However, for his next tip, Mark urges shoppers to look out for the price tags that end in .97. According to Mark, this means the product has been discounted from its original price and could be worth buying.
Thirdly, Mark adds: ‘If it ends in a 39, a 49 or a 79, it’s a “manufacturer’s special” so check their website and compare prices.’. In Costco terms, a manufacturer’s special offer applies to products that are undergoing a trial run, and are typically priced cheaper than their retail price.
