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The lay bet in craps opens the door to interesting opportunities. I will explain what this wager is, how to place it, and share my top strategy tips in this article. By the time you’re done reading, you will know how craps lay bets work and how to make the most of them! Craps lay bets are one of the few options players have for betting on close to true odds at the casino. Here are t...

Can you gamble at 18? If so, where can you gamble at 18? These questions are largely dependent on which jurisdiction you are located in. Rules will vary between countries, states, and territories throughout the world. Gambling is often a rite of passage for young gamblers after they turn 18. But, legally, there are only certain jurisdictions that allow 18-year-olds to risk real money gambling....

The term “snake eyes” is widely used for dice games, often with a negative connotation, but is that true in craps? That depends on your bets, as this roll is a curse for some and a blessing for others. I discuss all the scenarios and squash common misconceptions by explaining what happens if you roll snake eyes in craps. Let’s start with the meaning of the term. Snake Eyes in Crap...

Poker blinds are the foundation of any poker game. In cash games and tournaments, blinds are a necessity that every player at the table has to contribute. Blinds keep the game and action flowing at the poker table. If you are new to poker, the concept of blinds may be difficult to understand. However, learning about poker blinds is a must before playing any poker game for money. No...

Figuring out how to evaluate banker or player baccarat bets is a key to understanding the game. The banker always has the advantage when making these baccarat wagers. I’ll explain why it’s advantageous to wager on the banker when you’re playing classic baccarat rules, and why you should always consider the house edge. I'll also look at one exception to the rule of why the banker has better odd...

There are multiple don’t pass strategies in craps, but what’s the best one? I highlight several popular systems here and let you decide for yourself. Before I explain how they work, I want to give you a warning: no don’t pass strategy in craps can remove the house edge completely, which is roughly 1.4% for this wager. You’re still playing at a disadvantage, so all systems revolve around manipu...

Craps buy bets are one of three types of craps bets where you must pay the casino a commission (vig) to place. This is because you’re getting what's known as ‘true odds.’ For buy bets, the casino pays the gambler winnings based on the real chances of rolling that specific number before losing.  If this seems confusing, then continue reading below as we further explain what craps buy bets ...

In the ultimate battle between old-school cool and new-age popularity, we are going to compare the world’s most popular poker game, Texas Hold’em, to poker’s pioneering game, five card draw. Comparing Texas Hold’em vs 5 card draw will pit the venerable poker games against each other, to decide once and for all, which game is better! In order to decide which game is the best, first, we are goin...

One of the biggest concerns I hear from players that are hesitant to give online blackjack a try is, is online blackjack rigged? While I can certainly understand the skepticism, I am here to tell you once and for all, that online blackjack is NOT rigged! In this article, we are going to highlight some of the reasons why people think that online blackjack is rigged in the first ...

If you have ever played roulette, you know that it can be one of the most exciting games on the casino floor. The action is fast-paced, and the payouts can be huge. Gamblers have been testing their fate on the roulette wheel for hundreds of years, and while the game can certainly be a lot of fun, at the end of the day, we are gambling to win money, and if you don’t know what you are doing, that ca...

Scams on the internet are unfortunately a daily occurrence that most of us will come in contact with one way or another. If you are an online gambler: Then you open yourself up to online gambling scams. Being exposed to an online gambling scam doesn’t mean that you have to be a victim, though. It’s important to pick up on the warning signs and clues before online casino scam...

If you have ever dropped a crispy hundred dollar bill into a slot machine only to watch the machine suck your money away and leave you with nothing more than a story, you might have wondered to yourself... Are slot machines rigged? That isn’t all that surprising of a question to have pondered, as I am sure that over the course of the history of all casino gaming, both online and bri...

If you are a gambler that is looking for your best opportunity to win money, you may have asked yourself at some point, which game is better, poker or blackjack? Both games offer an opportunity to use your skill to better improve your chances of winning, so they tend to attract some of the same players. But I am here to tell you that while both games require a similar skill set...

Craps can be intimidating to new players. There are lots of places to put your chips and plenty of craps bets you can take. Knowing which craps bets to make and when to make them will have a big impact on your success. Some bets are more complicated than others. The more complex betting options are best reserved for experienced players with advanced craps strategies. On the other hand, there a...

If you're starting your craps journey and don’t know what the pass line craps bet is, we’ve got you covered. Whether it’s in your local casino or playing online craps, the wager, and our strategies for the craps pass line are the same. We'll walk you through the fundamentals of the pass line bet in craps, from placing your wager before the come out roll (where 7 or 11 wins and 2, 3, and 12 lo...