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Summer is coming to an end, which means the holiday seaosn is coming up osoner than expected, starting with Labor Day. If you find yourself throwing big parties and gatherings, buying items in bulk may be beneficial to you. You can do this at a wearhouse like Costco. And right now, you can score a sweet deal on a Costco membership
Though it isn't discounted, you can currently get yourself a one-year Gold Star membership for $60 on StackSocial, and you'll also get a $20 gift card. You can also opt for the Executive Gold Star membership for $120 and get a $40 gift card instead. If this interests you, act fast. Costco membership price is going up to $65 starting Sept. 1, which is only a few days away. Grabbing this now lets you beat the price hike, not to mention the gift card freebie as well.
We've been told this StackSocial deal will also see a $5 price rise at the start of next month, and if you buy it today then you must also redeem it by Sept. 8 in order for you to receive your credit. Therefore, we recommend making your purchase sooner rather than later if you want to take advantage of this offer. Keep in mind, this offer is only available only to new customers, or those whose memberships have been expired for more than 18 months. If you've been thinking of picking up an annual Costco membership, this puts more cash back in your pocket.
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With a Costco Gold Star subscription, you'll get one membership card for your household. It allows you to shop at any Costco warehouse worldwide, as well as online at Costco.com. While Costco is a great place to save on groceries and other everyday essentials, it offers a lot more. A Gold Star membership also means you can use Costco's gas stations and pharmacies, as well as Costco's optical and hearing aid centers. Costco frequently has seasonal plants, decor, furniture, electronics and other products as well.
After you sign up, you'll receive your bonus shop card via email. The card can be used both in-store and online, so you can use it right away. Just remember that after you pay through StackSocial, you'll have until Sept. 8 to redeem the membership at Costco, or you may not be able to take advantage of the deal.
Read more: How to Get the Most Out of Your Costco Membership
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