<prompt> Human: So Ive been told Im getting a big promotion sometime in 2016. The timeframe isnt confirmed because a higher-ups retirement date hasnt been set. This change will require a move to another metro area a couple hours away. Since well be buying a new home, and my wife is considering staying home with kids, we need to know soon how much Ill realistically be making. Its a sales job with a good base salary but the majority of income will come from commissions. This commision program is an unknown to me right now so I have cannot project any numbers. At what point is it appropriate to ask about expected total compensation? Just wait for them to bring it up during the official promotion process? I could call the person whose position Im taking but that feels a bit classless.  <response>: I would want to know right now. Dont recommend you make any major life changes like buying a home, moving, etc until you receive an offer IN WRITING with a start date.This is not a done deal. You need your facts before you can even decide if you want the promotion. 