Every Midwest Small Business We Talked With That Defies DC Economists

While we discussed the recently published article from WalletHub, saying our area is the worst for starting small businesses, we talked with over 20 businesses in the area that are living proof that these writers don't know what they're talking about.

Every one of these business owners talked about starting off small in their garage or basement and working their way to where they are now. It's a process, it's stressful, but it's worth it.

Every one of them also said they wouldn't pick anywhere else to own their business.

We put together a list of everyone we talked to today, so you can go and support them this week.

Abernathy's, Davenport

JP Distribution, Cedar Rapids

Done Right TV, Quad Cities

Buttercupp Candles, LeClaire and Moline

Precious Paws Veterinary Hospital, Bettendorf

Retherford Jerkey, Joy Illinois

Henry English School, Japan

Sweet Delight, Davenport

Vander Vending, Quad Cities

Check Out Dwyer's Rebuttal To WalletHub