you can run wireless solutions that use line of sight since the house is only across the street. the connection would be pretty good.
here is an idea of what im talking about you can find some on ebay
http://www.gnswireless.com/bridgekits.htm
Hey I pre-ordered mine back in July (Verizon) to keep the unlimited plan, I bought this case
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008ATCSBC/ref=oh_details_o04_s00_i00
Since the phone was a big change to my old one (HTC Incredible) I didn't want a case that would make it bigger. the one I have...