Hidden Costco Membership Benefits You Need to Know About

[{"selector":"#anim-bea8f9fc-cc20-42c2-9853-12fae8f72c04 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-29.67663031146118%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Sure, you can save money by buying items in bulk, but that's just one of the cost-cutting benefits of a Costco membership.

[{"selector":"#anim-de1af261-8611-4081-be9d-108b66edaeea [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-29.04226227821193%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] The fact is that a Costco membership can be a wise move to help stretch your grocery or household budget.

[{"selector":"#anim-38a1bbee-0876-4b61-9232-d3c3322439f0 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(30.019999878762132%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] There is hardly any mystery at this point. Deals are everywhere! But did you know that budget-friendly home shopping is just the start of Costco benefits and how you can save money with your membership?

[{"selector":"#anim-d7954105-ccd7-4427-9da5-09235141c662 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-40.76288642969922%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] The most savvy Costco members are doing more than just stocking their pantries at the big box retailer.

[{"selector":"#anim-c7e4b741-75ab-482d-a26c-7d15d05ac2d0 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-34.179687404002955%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Here's a closer look at some additional ways your membership can save you serious money, and in some cases, even make your life a little easier.

[{"selector":"#anim-8ee07597-6762-4ed2-8434-34bcad48f245 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] When it comes to something as simple as buying gift cards, your Costco membership can come in handy and keep more cash in your pocket. "Costco offers deals like two $50 gift cards for $79.99 or four $15 gift cards for $44.99," says Chavez.

[{"selector":"#anim-7021f3d5-8d0b-417e-b7cc-fccc8e2ae25d [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(42.20937477876651%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] Offered through Connect with American Family Insurance, Costco members can also get car insurance at a discount through the Wholesale Club.