I recently found myself in a tough situation after my company was bought out. I'm currently weighing my options: should I take the severance package being offered or try to stay with the new company? I've heard from others that it's rare for employees to be retained after a buyout, and the risk of sticking around might not be worth it. I'm leaning towards taking the money and running, but I’m still unsure about what the best move is for my career.