No. 5
Michigan is the 5th Worst State for Business 2012
Based on CEO Survey by ChiefExecutive.net
Development Trend Indicator—Positive |
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Tax cuts and simplification bode well for future under new Gov. Snyder. |
CEO Comments |
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“California and Michigan are predatory in their approach to business.”
“Michigan is not business friendly.” “Michigan… ridiculous amount of red tape to start a business. Getting licensed as a builder. process, training, testing is so rigorous and time consuming its ridiculous. Plus the penalties for not following the rules are stricter than drug dealer conviction.” “Poor governorship in Wisconsin, Michigan, Ohio, Texas, and others, results in negative international press attention, a contentious environment, hostile unions, ineffective work force training, and marginal support services.” “The new Republican governor in Michigan has really turned the state around. In his first year in office there has been major business tax reform and a good start on the reduction of regulatory red tape. A state to watch in the coming years for a significant turnaround in business climate.” “Michigan is finally getting a more business friendly tax environment. They have a good well trained/educated work force, housing prices are reasonable, and no charge for the plain midwestern charm.” |
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