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As the voice behind Costco97, Jeff Shenk is a major contributor to finding .97 deals and sharing his Costco shopping tips. Jeff is the founder, managing editor, and Chief Costcoholic behind Costco97. He has expertise in writing, editing, email marketing, business development, operations management... and all things Costco.

Jeff graduated from UC Davis with a degree in English Literature and survived a short stint teaching high school English in California. Since then, his “day job” has been as a partner in a loyalty marketing company in the SF Bay Area.

When not spending his free time at one of Costco’s twenty Bay Area locations, you can find him playing roller hockey or catching up on Gold Rush episodes.

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Costco Markdown Monday
May 4, 2026

Markdown Monday 05.04.2026

Welcome to Markdown Monday!We found 169 online clearance items for you this week.🆕 29 new items this week! 56 removed…
Olay Advanced Eye Cream 2 -0.51 Fl 0z Improves Fine Lines at Costco
May 2, 2026

Olay Advanced Eye Cream 2 – 0.51 Fl 0z

Spotted something interesting in the skincare aisle: Olay Advanced Eye Cream is hitting clearance racks, and this two-pack might be…
Pulmuone Custard Walnut Cake at Costco
May 2, 2026

Pulmuone Custard Walnut Cakes

Spotted on clearance: the Pulmuone Custard Walnut Cakes, a fun frozen treat that’s worth a closer look if you’re into…
Tumi Vapor 22" Carry on Fossil at Costco
May 2, 2026

Tumi Vapor 22″ Carry On Fossil 98405-1344

Spotted a Tumi Vapor 22″ carry-on in Fossil hitting clearance racks, and if you’ve been eyeing premium luggage, this might…
Philips Norelco Shaver 8000 at Costco
May 2, 2026

New Product: Philips Norelco Shaver 8000

Compare Similar at Amazon If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your shaving game, the Philips Norelco Shaver 8000 just popped…
Ninja Blendboss Single Serve Blender at Costco
May 2, 2026

New Product: Ninja Blendboss Single Serve Blender

Compare at Amazon If you’re in the market for a personal blender that actually performs like a full-size one, the…
Tineco Go H20 Hammerhead Cordless Ultra Mop & Vac at Costco
May 2, 2026

New Product: Tineco Go H20 Hammerhead Cordless Ultra Mop & Vac

Compare at Amazon If you’ve been eyeing the Tineco lineup but felt overwhelmed by all the options, the Go H20…
Sand +fog Diffuser Set Made From Essential Oils at Costco
May 2, 2026

New Product: Sand + Fog Diffuser Set Made From Essential Oils

If you’ve been walking past those sand + fog displays thinking they’re only good for candles, hold up—there’s a diffuser…
Kirkland Signature Oven Roasted Chicken Dog Foodd at Costco
May 2, 2026

New Product: Kirkland Signature Oven Roasted Chicken Dog Food

If you’ve been searching for a quality dog food that won’t break the bank, Kirkland Signature’s Oven Roasted Chicken Dog…
Een Olives Oil & Sa Grilled Stuff Olives at Costco
May 2, 2026

New Product: Wood Fire Grilled Green Olives

Compare Similar Item at Amazon If you’re an olive lover who’s tired of the same boring options, Costco has something…
Bianco Dinapoli Whole Peeled Tomatoes at Costco
May 2, 2026

New Product: Bianco Dinapoli Whole Peeled Tomatoes

Compare at Amazon If you’ve been hunting for restaurant-quality canned tomatoes at Costco, the Bianco Dinapoli Whole Peeled Tomatoes might…