MM or Regional Boutique?

Currently at reputable MM Investment Bank. Interviewed and rec’d an offer at a regional boutique back where I grew up. Would like some input, details below.

1) Current bank: Joined out of undergrad. Have received very strong feedback on performance thus far. Believe I have a very clear growth trajectory (potential for early promote). Little WLB (75+ hours). LCOL city. Make street and strong bonus pool.

2) Regional boutique: Move home closer to gf, family, friends. Seems like a great culture. Believe my WLB would dramatically improve. Comp is lower as you can imagine, but would be living at home. Would still be taking home slightly less than what I would be at my current bank after accounting for living expenses.

Would really appreciate some input as I am torn with this decision. It’s truthfully really hard and weighing on me. I don’t care much about my career trajectory or “prestige.” Comp is not the end all be all for me, but still important. In about 5-7 years I am confident that I will start my own business. However, I am enjoying banking in the meantime though and trying to fast track myself and my future family. Thanks everyone.

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