It's well-known that Costco is a fantastic place to get savings on groceries and home essentials. It's also well-established that its snack offerings are superb and its groceries are high-quality. Plus,

Costco will have great Black Friday deals, so it's a perfect time to get a Gold Star membership at a low price.

When you shop on Black Friday, you run the risk of getting stuck with inferior versions of the products you want. Because of Costco's commitment to quality and generous return policy, that's not a concern of mine. I've taken advantage of Costco's Black Friday deals in the past, and I wouldn't hesitate to do so again.