Currently in TX doing IB at a top group. I have always been intrigued by working in NYC but have also adjusted to living like a king in TX on IB money. Could someone give some insights on why NYC? Is it worth it? Anyone who has made this move, would you do it again? What can I expect?
| +90 | [2026 - October] Unbiased Prestige Rankings | 57 | 5h |
| +88 | Who is the final boss in Houston Energy? (GS, JEFF or EVR) | 23 | 2h |
| +81 | You should probably leave IB | 27 | 4h |
| +46 | Why Do We Turn Comments? | 11 | 2h |
| +43 | Tomorrow Will Be Better | 5 | 4d |
| +41 | Moelis PCA vs Lower tier BB Coverage | 30 | 1d |
| +26 | Lateraling as Analyst | 25 | 1h |
| +26 | Banking (Un)fortunately Still Needs You: My Case for Bankers in the AI Era | 4 | 2h |
| +24 | How much should you ask questions / seek feedback as an intern? | 9 | 14h |
| +24 | UBS IB #24 in US M&A in 2026 | 10 | 11h |
Career Resources
Get instant access to lessons taught by experienced private equity pros and bulge bracket investment bankers including financial statement modeling, DCF, M&A, LBO, Comps and Excel Modeling.
I would make the move if you had a really cool job opportunity and are single.
If single yes. If not, no chance
Tbh the night life in Bushwick is phenomenal. Looking to move there this summer so let me know if anyone is also looking.
Accusamus repudiandae nostrum quidem distinctio et dolores quos ut. Et iure voluptatibus optio ducimus nulla doloribus. Ipsum est excepturi quod magni. Reiciendis distinctio ab harum sit voluptas quo. Ut quis quia saepe et quaerat.
Ducimus architecto sed cupiditate aut. Aut facilis enim repellendus dolor libero et. Ullam magnam officiis dolorem ex in. Distinctio impedit nemo nesciunt adipisci. Atque doloribus labore sunt. In quas repellendus laborum et deserunt sed vel.
Eaque excepturi eos eos non veritatis sed voluptatibus ut. Incidunt repudiandae modi excepturi doloremque. Autem ducimus assumenda odio et rem quis. Ea qui magnam dolores temporibus ut rerum molestiae.
See All Comments - 100% Free
WSO depends on everyone being able to pitch in when they know something. Unlock with your email and get bonus: 6 financial modeling lessons free ($199 value)
or Unlock with your social account...