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Published 1:11 pm CDT, Friday, October 11, 2019 Image 1 of / 1 Caption Close Image 1 of 1 Winter is coming: Be prepared for costly, damaging storms 1  /  1 Back to Gallery (BPT) - Winter weather is difficult to predict. Use these tips to help protect your home from the costly damage winter storms can bring. Take care of your roof Keep your gutters clear. This keeps ice from accumulating and backing up under the shingles. Trim trees year-round so branches don't fall on your house. Worn-out, missing or damaged siding and roof flashing can let water and ice into your home. Be vigilant and replace them. If your chimney is leaning or the mortar has seen better days, get it repaired. Prevent ice dams Eliminate heat sources under the roof, such as lights and heaters in the attic, that can contribute to thawing. Keep the attic cool and ventilated to stop or slow the refreezing cycle. Consult a roofing professional to remove … [Read more...] about Winter is coming: Be prepared for costly, damaging storms

Published 12:01 pm CDT, Monday, October 14, 2019 (BPT) - The fresh air. The roar of the crowd. The sweet smell of looming victory. Is there anything better than rooting your favorite college football team to a big win? Being at the game is an energetic experience like no other, but for many people, traveling to see college football is expensive. Fortunately, there are many things you can do to cut down on costs while still enjoying a full and memorable experience on game day. Buy tickets early While there's no way around having to purchase a ticket, you can buy one in advance. Not only does this help so you don't have to worry about the game getting sold out, but it also can be cheaper to buy ahead of time rather than day of. Now that's a touchdown for your wallet! Find affordable accommodations Save money by focusing on thrills, not frills when searching for accommodations. At Motel 6, comfort and convenience are affordable no matter where your favorite team is headed. … [Read more...] about 5 hacks to save money while traveling for college football games