PS - There's a big difference between "sugar-coating" something and just being a kind human who treats others with respect.

Would I have to rent it out as a short term rental from May until late August to avoid being seen as a “dealer” in the eyes of the IRS?

And humans who are buying/selling, in majority part want QUALITY. 

I would love to shadow someone for a day and learn as much as humanly possible.

And, ironically, it seems that Acapulco has undergone a renaissance with Mexican tourism.On January 16, 2017, 5 people, including foreigners died in an exchange of gunfire at the Blue Parrot nightclub during a music festival as a collateral damage of a fight between drug dealers.

@Adam M.Is Kevin a drug dealer or involved in some other type of shady business?

They have AMAZING online videos and learning resources, but getting a HUMAN on the phone TO ANSWER A BASIC question is impossible.

Also my friend live nearby said the property is in a drug dealer territory.

-A good dealer will help you push past any political red tape somebody that is confusing modular with mobile is throwing up.Now, My duplexes come in at $88 a sqft base.

When humans get together and embark on activities there is no predicting what strange messes will occur!