An accounting firm is considering expanding its operations into new office space so that it can hire more staff and expand its company. The new lease requires a 5-year commitment. If the firm expands its operations, profits are expected to increase by $250,000 during 2023 and then those additional profits should increase by 12% each year from 2024 to 2027. Leasehold improvements to move into the new office space will cost the firm $850,000 with an estimated useful life of 5 years. 

1. Compute the Net Present Value (NPV) of moving into the new office space, assuming a required rate of return of 10 percent. Explain. 

2. Compute the Internal Rate of Return (IRR) for the proposal. Explain.

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