I would really think about it,talk to family....is that where most of your family is...New Jersey? You mentioned that you now have a great steady job...why would you leave...your taking one hell of a chance if you go...no job is secure these days..look at the what ifs....what if the new company lays people off...would you be the first to go? Plus your saying that you would take a large pay-cut...((red flags)).I dont know your age or if you have a few children...Now for a single guy,Id say go for it and good luck....but if your older and are willing to give up a great steady job and take that chance Id say good luck a hundred times cause you are going to need that good luck....I cant see having a great steady job and taking a chance starting at the bottom...but anyway good luck X100