Would you move to an arguably weaker bank/firm for a significantly higher comp?

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RayJay > Merrill

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Definitely. Back office wonderful

I think you need to look beyond comp. Same investment options? Work flexibility? Management style? Lots of pros and cons to look at

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Went from Merrill to Raymond. I’ve heard it’s a lower firm 🙄 I’ve never been happier

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Assuming you could take all your clients with you and all other factors being equal I would go for the comp

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