by Tom Cristello | Sep 15, 2026 | Buyer Guides, Lifestyle and SunLife
By SunLife Homes. Reviewed October 2026. Short answer: Every new residential pool in Florida must have at least one approved safety feature under Chapter 515, such as a barrier, safety cover, exit alarms, self-latching doors, or a pool alarm. On SunLife’s Sunset...
by Tom Cristello | Sep 3, 2026 | Builder Tips, Buyer Guides
By SunLife Homes. Reviewed October 2026. Short answer: In mapped high-wind areas, the Florida Building Code requires glass openings to be protected, with impact-resistant windows and doors or approved shutters, and Florida law directs insurers to offer credits for...
by Tom Cristello | Aug 28, 2026 | Buyer Guides, Cape Coral, Port Charlotte
By SunLife Homes. Reviewed October 2026. This is general information, not tax advice. Confirm details with your county property appraiser. Short answer: Florida lets you reduce your primary home’s taxable value by up to $50,000 and limits how fast its assessed...
by Tom Cristello | Aug 19, 2026 | Buyer Guides, Market updates, Port Charlotte
By SunLife Homes. Reviewed October 2026. Short answer: Port Charlotte, in Charlotte County, currently favors buyers. Zillow reports a typical home value of $267,905 in May 2026, down 9.0 percent from a year earlier, and about 54 days to reach pending. SunLife is now...
by Tom Cristello | Aug 14, 2026 | Builder Tips, Buyer Guides
By SunLife Homes. Reviewed October 2026. Short answer: Start with your budget and your financing, then choose a homesite, check its flood zone, pick a floor plan, and sign a contract. SunLife builds in Cape Coral and Port Charlotte, mostly on lots it owns, and can...
