Thinking about making the move to BDO in the DC area in tax. How is it over there?

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Avoid BDO Like the plague. They talk a big game in the interview and it’s all downhill from day 1.

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Wondering if you still feel the same about the DC Tax office? Thinking about making the move from a mid size firm.

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