Advice for an Analyst -- Development or Credit Position?

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I am a real estate credit analyst who focuses on underwriting and asset mangement at a small shop. Due to the commute and culture I am looking to make a switch and have two offers. One for a development analyst at a large family office and another as a senior analyst at a large credit shop focused on distressed credit (think Fortress). The credit fund is growing fast and the hours seem a little intense right now. Comp is a little higher at the credit shop but not by a ton. I think I understand the differences between credit and development but want people's advice for a young real estate analyst -- especially in this macro environment. What's the better longer term position to be in? Would it be easy to get back into acquisitions if I do not like development and vice versa? 

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