<prompt> Human: Backstory: I worked at a company about 3 years ago and left for another opportunity. They knew I was interviewing elsewhere because I was also interviewing internally for a new position and I was transparent. I was offered 60k from them 3 years ago, but took a new job with another company for 65k. There was no hard feelings and I maintained a good relationship.Fast forward to the present. I contacted the old company and asked if they would have any positions for me to come back. They had something open and Ive been going through my old director and only spoken to a recruiter once. They didnt even really interview me and we just had a few phone conversations. I just was notified by my boss newold whatever way you want to look at it that they will be extending an offer to me and just getting everything signed.My question is this: Im sure it will be a recruiter that presents me with the offer, as this is their process. Is it a horrible idea to negotiate or should I just be happy with what they offer since I called in a favor?I dont know what they will offer for sure, but I know that the positions are typically within salary bands. From what I know, this position usually pays in the range of 60k-70k. Id be happy to keep my same salary of 65k since Im moving back to a LCOL Im just not sure if negotiating sends the wrong message. I may be happy with the compensation, but want to be prepared.Im fairly young in my career so any pointers or opinions are very helpfulappreciated.Assistant: IMO I would say stick with what they offer you because you came back after taking another job But. Only stick with the offer if it doesnt go under 55. If they offer lower than 55, negotiations would be a good idea. You probably will take a pay cut in this, you just dont want to take a big one my man. If the range is 60k-70k, offering 50k or 55k is sort of an insult. Try to stick with 60 the old offerGood luck in your career my friend.Human: Excellent - My thought process was along these lines too. Thanks!  <response>: I understand what the person above is saying, but something to consider: Not only has the cost of living increased in three years, your experience has increased and is presumably worth more. To take the original offer from three years ago diminishes your work from the past three years. 