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Winning at Blackjack
The reason why Blackjack is the number one casino card game and why it is so profitable to the casino is that players seldom use the information that is freely available. The material presented here is collated from my own experiences and from authors who are industry experts in the field of mathematical probability analysis – Card counting.
The most common misconception is that you will never beat the casino at its own games. That’s just not true! You can beat the casino in both Video Poker and Blackjack, however, video poker is only profitable when the jackpot reaches a certain amount. The player always has play for the royal flush – to win the jackpot. If played correctly the player is at an advantage. But this may take a consierable amount of time, money and patience.
Blackjack can be won consistently by the player. Card counting has been synonymous with Blackjack for many years. Card counting can reverse the casino’s advantage to give the player a positive advantage of up to 5%.
What it takes to win at Blackjack:
1) Understanding the rules
2) Mastering Basic Strategy
3) Learning to Count Cards
4) Looking for Good Playing Conditions
5) Money Management
6) Learning to Play Smart
1) Understanding the Blackjack Rules
Obvious – Yes – but it cannot be overstated. Knowing the rules inside out is vital to winning. The rules can vary slightly in different casinos. Some rules can distinctly disadvantage the player. By understanding the basic rules of the game you will learn to identify profitable playing conditions.
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2) Mastering Basic Strategy
After learning the rules of the game you must then master Basic Strategy. You have to know the learn the hard, soft and pairs tables of basic strategy like the back of your hand. Learn every possible combination and Practice!… Practice!!.. and more Practice!!!
By mastering basic strategy you will become an excellent Blackjack player and give very little away to the casino.
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3) Learning to Count Cards
To win at Blackjack, you need to count. Card Counting provides the player with an advantage over the casino. By following a count the player will know when the conditions are in his favor. This is when you will increase your bet. If you are aiming to win money then you must aim to become an expert card counter.
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4) Looking for Good playing conditions
It is important before playing Blackjack that you find good playing conditions. This can include playing in a casino, on a boat or playing Blackjack on the internet. Good playing condition can include not only the house rules, but the casino environment and the “Comps” – Incentives offered to the players.
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5) Money Management
It is important that you have the correct Money Management techniques when card counting. Too many good players have lost because they did not employ the correct money management strategies.
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6) Learning to Play Smart
Some very useful tips for playing smarter Blackjack – for the beginner to the advanced Blackjack player
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