6 Costco Shopping Mistakes That Cost You

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1. Not taking advantage of coupons and discounts

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3. Buying in bulk without considering expiration dates

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3. Not comparing prices

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4. Not checking the unit price

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5. Not sticking to a shopping list

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6. Ignoring the return policy

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