How much will SF IB limit HF exits?

Starting in a TMT group at a BB (BAML, Citi, Barc) and was wondering to what degree HF opportunities would be more limited for analysts in SF compared to NYC. Is SF IB -> east coast HF possible or is it more likely for someone to remain on the west coast? I'm aware that there are many great shops in SF as well but would appreciate any insight

 

Definitely possible just requires more legwork and it's obviously a bit more of a hassle for in-person interviews when you have to fly across the country vs take an uber/walk to the other office. For some banks/PEs in NY for example they're literally in the same buildings as the HF you would want to exit to or it's a quick jaunt down to CT. There are of course a ton of top tier HFs on the west coast as well you could similarly look at but it sounds like east coast is your goal.  

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