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Pai Gow Poker: Learning the Game

If you are looking for a new game to play in the casino that is easy to learn and can be very profitable, you should consider Pai Gow Poker. It is a combination of American poker and the Chinese domino game that shares its name. Similar to blackjack, it is a slow-paced table game with plenty of player interaction and dealer assistance. With a 5% house vig on your winnings, this game provides the player with a huge advantage which is why the house has to take a cut. The actual house advantage is 2.3 percent. (more…)

Casino Knowledge: 12 Gambling Secrets

This column is an excerpt from Bill Burton’s book, “1,000 Best Casino Gambling Secrets.” Bill is a regular contributing tip columnist for Southern Gaming and the Internet portal About.com found at casinogambling.com. He is also an instructor for Golden Touch Craps seminars. For information on the seminars, visit www.TheCrapsClub.com

General: True Odds are determined by the probability of an event occurring. The casinos pay you less than true odds when you win. The house edge is the difference between the true odds and the odds that the casino pays you when you win.

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Many players win when they are playing and then give it all back. They rationalize that they were playing with the casino’s money. Once you win a bet, it is your money, not the casino’s money. You should treat it accordingly.

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Casino Courtesy: Know the Games…Get the Results.

When a new year rolls around, it often brings the desire to implement new behaviors, resolutions and a chance for a fresh start. For gamers, knowing the basic knowledge of the games you are playing, and the courtesy that comes along with it, might be the factor in coming out ahead or not. Being knowledgeable about the rules of the games in casinos doesn’t always mean a player is familiar with proper protocol. Courtesy can be just as important as good strategy when it comes to making a gambling outing an enjoyable experience. Here is a quick rundown of proper play for you to use on your next casino.

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