![Pinterest](https://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https://uknews.evprotec.com/im-a-costco-shopping-expert-the-hidden-codes-on-price-tags-to-look-out-for-to-get-the-best-deals/&media=https://uknews.evprotec.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/VP-OP-COSTCO.jpg&description=BARGAIN HUNT I'm a Costco shopping expert – the hidden codes on price tags to look out for to get the best deals A COSTCO shopping expert has revealed the hidden codes to keep an eye out for which could save you some serious cash. The retailer, which runs 29 stores in the UK and hundreds worldwide, is the perfect one-stop spot for buying in bulk. 1 Tom Church has revealed the secret codes to keep your eyes peeled for in Costco But there are a few ways to make your money go further next time you visit, including keeping an eye out for asterisks on price tags. That's according to Tom Church, co-founder of latestdeals.co.uk, who shared the little-known trick with The Sun. Costco adds asterisks to price tags to show its been reduced to clear, so will usually mean you're getting a good deal. Keep eagle-eyed for labels with price points ending in .96 or .97 too - this most likely means the manager has discounted it. Tom said: "I spotted the ASUS Monitor for £95.96 (£79.93 ex. VAT). "The same item on eBay is £127.99, so it's a nice find." It's not all about secret codes though - Tom shared three other tips you can use to save money on your next Costco visit. Fuel up for less If you're already signed up for a membership, it's definitely worth buying your fuel at Costco. Tom said the retailer is the cheapest option compared to other chains and retailers. But bear in mind, prices will fluctuate depending on the forecourt. You can use the Petrol Prices website to find out what price your local Costco is offering and Costco's store locator to find your nearest branch. Tom explained: "There's petrol and diesel (on sale) and I've found they both offer excellent value. "Exact prices will depend on the Costco location you visit, but as an example I checked the prices at Costco Sheffield and found that it was the cheapest in the area. "Unleaded petrol was 140.9p including VAT, compared to the next best value which was 144.7p (at Asda) and the most expensive which was at a Shell Gara){kind=link}
A COSTCO shopping expert has revealed the hidden codes to keep an eye out for which could save you some serious cash.
The retailer, which runs 29 stores in the UK and hundreds worldwide, is the perfect one-stop spot for buying in bulk.
But there are a few ways to make your money go further next time you visit, including keeping an eye out for asterisks on price tags.
That’s according to Tom Church, co-founder of latestdeals.co.uk, who shared the little-known trick with The Sun.
Costco adds asterisks to price tags to show its been reduced to clear, so will usually mean you’re getting a good deal.