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How to make your bankroll last, minimize your losses, and protect your winnings By Bill Burton Some players believe that using a certain betting method can change the house advantage of the game and give them an edge. The idea that a betting system can change the house edge is a fallacy. The term […]
How to handle and protect your precious casino bankroll By Bill Burton The term “money management” can take on a multitude of meanings for different people. When I was a kid, for instance, my parents wanted to instill the value of money and teach me to be responsible by giving me a weekly allowance. […]
10 Signs you may be gambling too much in Casino by Frank Scoblete Drinking, eating, running and gambling all have one thing in common: You can get so hooked on them that they become obsessive negative endeavors instead of positively fun ones. Obviously, a glass or two of wine at dinner and a cocktail […]
Understanding payback percentages By Frank Legato “Payback percentage” is one of the most misunderstood terms in the casino industry. Many players think it means how much of the money they put in a game that will come back to them in jackpots. Others think that the casino has a switch somewhere that officials can […]
Strategies to help you keep more of what you win by Basil Nestor Gambling income is taxed like regular income, so you may owe substantial money unless you can prove that your gambling activities generated an offsetting loss. It’s spring…which means get ready to pay gambling taxes! Gambling taxes, you say? Yes, you must […]
What are the chances of you doubling your blackjack bankroll vs. busting out? by Henry Tamburin Do you think the probability of doubling your bankroll would increase or decrease if you decreased your starting bankroll, say, from $200 to $100? Or what if you started with a bigger bankroll? Do you think that would […]
Tax tips, hot promotions and practical advice to help you pocket more winnings By H. Scot Krause Make sure your card is inserted properly and recording your points as you play. Check it periodically to make sure it’s still functioning properly. You’d be surprised how often I see card readers flashing “Reinsert Card,” without […]
Over the long run, a small time investment can make a huge difference in your finances by Henry Tamburin If I paid you $80,000 to learn basic strategy, would you do it? Of course you would. And that’s exactly my point. Memorizing basic strategy has real value over your lifetime of playing blackjack. I’m […]
The dream of every slot player—winning a life-changing jackpot—can turn into a financial nightmare if you don’t manage your money properly. Here are some tips to prepare you for hitting the big one. By Ted Oglesby In the October issue of Strictly Slots, Bill Burton wrote a very interesting article about how easy it […]
What’s the fastest way to double your bankroll, when you’re willing to risk losing it all? If you or I really wanted to go about this risky business, what would we play? To start with, you’d want to avoid any multi-part bets. We’re looking for a game that allows us to put all of […]