Acclimating for at least the manufacturer's recommended time period, temperature and humidity prior to installation is key, as well as keeping the subfloor at the recommended temperature during install and after, sanding down any high spots/leveling the subfloor as much as possible (less than 1/8 in. over. few feet is ideal), leaving a 1/4" gap against the walls for expansion, and limiting the number of heavy objects placed on the floor in one area can help reduce gaps forming after install.

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Reduce expenses to save more money.

However, hiring a CPA will not save you any money, in other words will not reduce your taxes. 

Usually the best place is to reduce debt because that is the same as getting interest paid at the rate on the loan or credit.

Was not able to rent it and selling was a challenge as high interest rates reduced the number of qualified buyers.

I'm looking to reduce the sound between two levels of a townhome, as I rent them separately, but they were built with standard drywall on the ceiling.

If it was unforeseen medical debt, and you've made progress in straightening things out, you might find a private lender to work with you for an eye-wateringly high interest rate.

Some water companies will reduce the bill if it is due to a leak, but the fact that the tenant waited three billing cycles to say anything means they may not get much of a discount.

This setup helps us reduce our mortgage each month and makes our home work as an investment.