Steve is extremely knowledgeable in Johnson City.  

From what I've heard, allowing a zoning change is extremely unlikely. 

We eventually want to move towards rehabs and rentals.We are most definitely looking to expand our networking with others, we are always looking to add other investors to our list of contacts as well as buyers.We are extremely excited to be here on Bigger Pockets and look forward to connecting with as many people as possible.Thank you all, and have a great day.Bryon and Stephanie MonsonBSM Ventures, LLC

You have a vinyl window there and that will be fine in the shower. i would remove the wood trim and tile right up to and about 1/2- 3/4" onto the window. seal the tile to the window with an outdoor extremely flexible caulk used for siding ( OSI brand is good and can be found at home cheapo ), this way as the vinyl expands and contracts it will not crack the seal.

With rates at near record lows they are EXTREMELY rare. 

While I am in the Lansing area (and there is one here), as a newbie I found the Ann Arbor club to be extremely helpful in learning some basic strategies.

Do you know someone who is looking for an EXTREMELY motivated agent they are willing to take under their wing? 

My old quiet, safe college & military town just isn't what it used to be.

The problem there is a little more extreme, the neighborhood drug boys seem to like to shoot each other quite a bit.

Sorry if this is an extremely newbie question.