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Supporting Madison Area Businesses During Safer at Home
The Safer at Home order that Wisconsin is currently under has obviously had a large impact on local businesses in the greater Madison area. As the smallest and most vulnerable businesses were told to close their doors to walk-in traffic,…
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Covid-19 Resources for Madison Renters
Unfortunately, as the coronavirus crisis continues, the rates of unemployment, financial instability, and food scarcity are rising. Fortunately, there are resources and assistance available to those in need. Here’s an “in progress” list of options for you to research. Please…
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Keeping Your Family Busy While Quarantined in Your Madison Apartment
Is your family running out of ways to stay busy as we enter month two of Madison’s Safer at Home order? As Madison apartment renters start to go stir-crazy, we offer this list of local activities that will provide fun…
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SBA Gives: Home is Where the Heart Is
Our 2020 Community Giving Campaign was “Home is Where the Heart Is” – a fundraiser for The Road Home of Dane County! The Road Home provides opportunities for homeless children and their families to achieve self-determined goals and affordable, stable…
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Diaper Drive Drop Off Event
Help local babies and their families by donating disposable diapers during our diaper drive! Please join us at our Diaper Drive Drop-Off event on Friday, February 21st from 12-3 p.m. at The Road Home’s offices (890 W Wingra Dr.). Please consider…
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SBA Gives to Madison Reading Project’s Big Red Bus
SBA Gives is proud to support Madison Reading Project and their Big Red Reading Bus campaign: Thanks to a year-end grant from Madison Community Foundation (MCF) and matching sponsorships – including a “Mini Bus Sponsorship” from Steve Brown Apartments –…
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#madselfie Scavenger Hunt
Enter the @stevebrownapts #madselfie Scavenger Hunt for a chance to win over $300 in gift cards to your favorite Madison Businesses. Here’s how to participate: First, sign our release form below – this counts as one entry. Second, complete a new…
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SBA Gives: Home is Where the Heart Is
Our 2019 Community Giving Campaign was “Home is Where the Heart Is” – a fundraiser for The Road Home of Dane County! The Road Home provides opportunities for homeless children and their families to achieve self-determined goals and affordable, stable…
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A Treasure Hunter’s Guide to Thrift Stores in Madison, WI
Unless your decorating style is minimalist, there’s a good chance you have a few treasures in your home that didn’t come from a big box store or your relatives. Thrifting for home decorating items and furniture is often relegated to…
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Supporting Share Your Holidays 2018
SBA Gives is proud to announce that we were the 10th business overall for the NBC15 Second Harvest Drive donating 13,047 meals! Steve Brown Apartments has consistently been in the top 10 list since 2014! In 2018, the top 10 Business…
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Best Apartment Dogs for Madison, WI and Beyond
Dogs. We love ‘em. We can’t get enough of them (unless you have allergies). But some dogs are better than others when it comes to a rental situation. Let’s take at look at the best apartment dogs. Getting a dog…
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16 Things You Must Know When Renting Sight Unseen
If you’re considering moving to an apartment building that’s under construction, you’ll likely be renting sight unseen. These 16 must-know tips can help prevent costly mistakes and land the apartment you truly want. Renting in a new building sounds great,…
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Apartment Lease Renewal: 6 Important Tips to Avoid a Renter Apocalypse
It’s almost apartment lease renewal time, commonly referred to as the Renter Apocalypse. Take action, or zombie renters on the prowl may rent your apartment out from under you. During the fall in Madison, a Renter Apocalypse occurs. It’s when…
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A Best Place to Work in Madison, WI!
It is with great pleasure and happiness that we announce Steve Brown Apartments has been recognized for the fourth time in 10 years by Madison Magazine as one of the Best Places to Work in the mid-sized (51-100 employees) category. 125 local employers…
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How to Find a Roommate Who’s Right for You
Whether you’re looking to share an apartment or move into a dorm, you need to know how to find a roommate. There are a number of online tools and apps to make the task easier, but you must also ask…
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How to Keep an Apartment Cool Without Air Conditioning
Summer in Madison is a blast. Sometimes, however, it’s a blast of hot, humid air. To beat the summer heat, check out these 13 tips for how to cool down a room without AC. We also share some ideas on…
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How to Handle 9 Typical Roommate Problems
Got a bad roommate? You’re not alone. A study from Boise State University ScholarWorks revealed that 25% of students reported college roommate problems. But you can deal with the problems — by learning how to deal with conflict in general.…
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