And I am just going to bullet point everything here that was noted with some type of recommendation by the inspector: -repair / seal walkway / (cracked concrete)-cracked retaining wall-some cracks in foundation (house was built in 1930)-few areas of rot around window trim***-1 piece of vinyl siding missing-garage structure very questionable, including roof, and signs of previous (maybe even current) pest activity***-front gutter brackets not under shingles like they should be*** -crack in chimney-some broken basement windows-doors throughout the house that don't close / latch as they should -2 visible signs of knob and tube wiring -lack of support to beam in basement*** -cast iron water pipes in basement rotted (should be replaced with PVC)***-some leaky faucets throughout May seem like a lot, but honestly I didn't think it was too bad of a list considering the age of the house.

- is the land free of debris and the walkways, driveways, & stairs in good repair?

Repairs and final inspection completed lesser of 90 days or as approved by the Renovation departmentMaximum repairs 25% of the after complete value.Roof: repair or replacement (covering, underlayment)Gutters/downspouts: install/repair/replaceInsulation: ceilings/walls/asbestos removalSiding/windows/doorsPaint: interior/exterior/lead paint abatementKitchen: all appliances/cabinets/ totalElectrical: repair/replace/recondition allPlumbing: repair/replace/recondition allRepair/Replace HVAC or other systemsRepairing or removing an in-ground swimming poolInstalling or repairing fences, walkways and drivewaysFlooring/subflooring/tile/carpet/woodTermite treatment/damage repairRepairing or replacement of well and septic- *See appraisal section of the guidelines for specific requirementsWeatherization items/repairs/ improvementsFoundation RepairRepairs not allowed by the program.

I am at the end of a new construction build and was wondering if it is better to take care of all the landscaping (top soil, grading, sod, paver walkway etc) and AFTER this rip out the existing driveway and lay down new asphalt?

I did that and additionally cemented the area, so there is a 2 feet wide walkway all the way around the house.

@Jonathan Klemm No problems yet, I just wanted to hear how people prepare for the winter and if there's any special that I should be doing to make it through.So far I have been doing snow removal myself, making sure to salt all the stairs and walkways, I bought insulation for my heating pipes, etc.This is my first winter as a landlord so I want to make sure I am ready for anything and everthing.

Ensuring that walkways/driveways are properly salted and using mats may be effective, in my opinion.

The bathroom downstairs is a small powder room, but adjacent to a small storage room and a small walkway from the front door to the kitchen.

I also make sure that everything (A/C unit, beds, trees, walkways, etc.) has a "mow strip" so there's no trimming.So that cuts my time by about 90%.

Are the driveway and walkways in good condition?