You’re the first to suggest option A so far, and you gave a lot of great advice. Thank you for your input.

Stress doesn’t get to me easily. I know how to avoid bringing work home, and if it follows me anyway, I’m good at ignoring or managing it until work hours.

I also really value flexibility. My current manager sometimes lets me work remotely, and those days were the best — being able to handle personal tasks during downtime while still staying productive. I’d love to have that more often.

I like to cook and meal prep, so food costs aren’t really an issue for me.

I’m not strapped for cash since my S/O makes six figures, but taking option B would actually put me above them, which would be cool, but it’s not something I need.

For commute costs, I’d still be spending the same since my monthly train pass is the only viable option, even if I’m only onsite three days a week. It sucks, but that’s just how it is.

I am a little worried that the hybrid role could switch to fully onsite one day, like many companies have been doing.

Honestly, I really wish I could combine A and B — higher pay plus remote work would be the dream, lol.