A couple of weeks ago, I relocated to start a job at my dream company as a marketing coordinator. Initially, it seemed like the perfect opportunity to leverage my previous experience while gaining new skills. However, I've quickly uncovered several concerning red flags since starting. I learned that nearly half of the team had left just before I joined, which raised my suspicions. During the interview process, I was reassured that this role would serve as a solid stepping stone for internal promotions within a year. Yet, my supervisor later revealed that internal transfers are quite challenging, contradicting what I was told. To make matters worse, I found out that none of the departed employees transitioned into other roles within the company; they all left for jobs elsewhere. While shadowing a colleague, I was informed that several employees had resigned due to toxic management, and some were terminated under unclear circumstances. It seems that everyone currently employed there is actively job hunting, which aligns with the rumors I've been hearing about the difficulty of internal transfers. On top of all this, my move has been tough. I've been grappling with homesickness, anxiety, and a much worse commute than I anticipated. Fortunately, I have a safety net: my former manager has offered me the chance to return to my old job if I decide to move back home. I know many people suggest giving a new job and city more time before making a decision, but I’m questioning at what point multiple red flags warrant cutting my losses. Am I being too hasty, or does it make sense to leave before I invest more time, money, and energy into a situation that may not be right for me? I'm disappointed because I genuinely like my new neighborhood and finally being independent after living with my parents for several years, but I’m unsure if it’s worth all the stress.