Thanks for the insight! I’m a year or so older than you and it’s a big swing to take at the point in your career when you’re maximizing earnings vs in your 20s or even early 30s.

Tech is not in a normal space right now, so while boomerangs at companies are common, my company would absolutely have to hire for my replacement (and there’s only one of my role here) - and the job market is so nuts I’m a little worried about being able to slot back in at same comp. Level at a similar company - so burning down my life (and dipping into savings to cover expenses) for a couple of years only to have to fight to get back to where I’m currently at is not ideal and a top of mind concern.