<prompt> Human: I recently was offered a new position within my company that would greatly expand my skillset. Id be transitioning from a product development role in power systems and controls to a customer facing role thats heavily involved in servicing, repairs, and market evaluations. What would be most valuable about this new role is my skillset afterwards could lead to greater opportunities both in and out of my company. Its also a much better networking opportunity.The major downside is the job is in Washington DC, USA which is super expensive compared to my Midwestern metropolis. Think 40 cost of living. I will get a 10 living adjustment that shrinks to 0 after a few years, so its almost like having a 10 pay increase with very meager raises for some time. My company is on tough times reducing head count so its hard for them to raise pay without promotions. So reddit, would you take it?  <response>: Sounds like a bad deal. If you want to move to DC, look for other jobs in DC and present them with a counter-offer. 