You might have to get an architect and pull permits for the work your describing.Eric

Did some minor landscaping work at the back and replaced some siding.

Contractor work just finished up, so we will be moving in the next couple of weeks.

Can someone tell me how this works? 

@Sri VoodiAs long as you do none of the work on the property and hire a contractor - that’s one caveat to make sure you are compliant

Did some minor landscaping work at the back and replaced some siding.

In recent years, Astoria has become a popular destination for younger generations to dine, hang out, work, and live.

Its a lot of work and the juice might not be worth the squeeze even if the numbers look good on paper.

My accountant did it for me included in what I pay him monthly, however I have new LLC he has not done/had to do any work so I did myself and it was free and under 5 mins on FinCen site.  

I wouldn't say "cut costs" necessarily, but what we've found works really well is setting our prices for each job our contractors do.