Worst Bets to Make
One of the interesting things about going to the casino is noticing the different ways that people bet, and trying to interpret why they do what they do. Some people will bet low when they win and bet big when they lose; some people will bet the same amount no matter what. There are others that seem to make their lifes’ mission blowing that bankroll in the first hour of gambling. If you want to be a successful gambler, the key is knowing what bets to place. Here are a few that you want to avoid at all costs.
The first thing you want to do if you’re trying to keep the odds in your favor is to stay away from keno. Keno, if you don’t know, is basically a lottery. We all know the chances of hitting the lottery are few and far between, and the chances of winning in keno aren’t much better, especially the “big board” bets. Decide to play those and you’ve decided to give the house a 30% advantage.
The next award for worst bet ever goes to the “tie” bet in baccarat. The house advantage is usually low in baccarat, but if you opt to bet on the tie, the percentage automatically bumps up to over 14%. You will notice situations like this in many games, and here is a general tip: if there’s an optional bet available in a game, don’t take it. It’s nothing more than another chance for the casino to take a little bit more out of your pockets.
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