<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=03bPVB_0wEi0FhF00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=03bPVB_0wEi0FhF00" width="980" height="654" ><figcaption>Getty Images / Canva</figcaption></figure><p>It looks like one of America's favorite wholesale stores has another big change coming. Costco recently raised its membership prices, which already had some customers grumbling. But now, this new policy is causing an even bigger stir—and it might be a dealbreaker for some!</p><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1833MC_0wEi0FhF00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1833MC_0wEi0FhF00" width="1250" height="833" ><figcaption>Getty Images</figcaption></figure><h2>What's the New Rule?</h2><p>If you’re used to flashing your membership card at the door, that’s about to change. Costco is rolling out kiosks where you’ll now have to <b>scan</b> your card before entering. Sounds simple, right? Well, here’s the kicker: the kiosk will show the employee your membership photo. If the person holding the card doesn’t match the photo, they’re not getting in! This new rule is cracking down on card-sharing, and it’s frustrating people—especially spouses who share a membership but only have one person’s picture on the card.</p><h2>What Does This Mean for You?</h2><ul><li><b>Guests:</b> Non-members will only be allowed in if they're accompanied by the person whose name and photo is on the card.</li><li><b>No More Sneaky Food Court Visits:</b> If you were used to sliding into the food court without a membership, that’s history. Now, only members can enter the store—meaning no more access to those legendary $1.50 hot dogs if you’re not a member.</li></ul><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3VekIy_0wEi0FhF00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3VekIy_0wEi0FhF00" width="972" height="1250" ><figcaption>Getty Images</figcaption></figure><h2>The Upside?</h2><p>Costco says this will eliminate the need to show your card at the exit, speeding up checkout lines. But how this will affect getting your membership points and other perks is still unclear, so I call "BS" on this! This change is expected to impact millions of members and guests globally.</p><p>Wondering how this new policy will work for your family? Stay tuned—more details are sure to come!</p><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1jqrF5_0wEi0FhF00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1jqrF5_0wEi0FhF00" width="1250" height="833" ><figcaption>Getty Images</figcaption></figure></div></body>

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Costco’s New ‘FRUSTRATING’ Rule is Affecting MILLIONS In Utah, California, and Nevada!

It looks like one of America's favorite wholesale stores has another big change coming. Costco recently raised its membership prices, which already had some customers grumbling. But now, this new policy is causing an even bigger stir—and it might be a dealbreaker for some!. What's the New Rule?. If...