Costco's Gold Star and Executive Memberships are available at a discounted rate through StackSocial. The limited-time offer includes a $45 Costco gift card, reducing the effective annual cost for new members.

Having a Costco membership opens the door to discounts and deals — but the $65 annual fee stops some from signing up. Now, however, eagle-eyed budgeters have spotted a deal on Stack Social that offers Costco’s Gold Star Membership with a $45 gift card to use during their first shopping trip,

You can get a Costco Gold Membership for $20 right now. This discount is available through Stack Social, and must be purchased by December 22. Customers can purchase up to two memberships each, one for themselves and one as a gift for another household.