Blackjack Tips & Tricks : Betting: Blackjack Tips & Tricks

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Blackjack Tip

Blackjack is a game of numbers and odds. Playing with your gut feelings may seem like a sound strategy but again Blackjack is simply a game of numbers and odds and the urge to hit or bet based on your gut feeling should be avoided.

This is especially true with online casinos. Online casinos use random number generators which is even more evidence showing that blackjack is a game of numbers and not pure luck. One should never assume that the odds owe them a win. This is a common novice card player mistake. Playing with your gut automatically puts the game 6% in favor of the dealer.

Instead of playing with your gut instincts, you should develop a strategy instead. I've found after many games of black jack that the below makes a safe strategy that should net you quite a few wins. Remember, the main objective is to beat the dealer not the other players. Keep in mind that this is a strategy that I've found to work and a more daring strategy may be preferred by those with deep pockets while a more conservative strategy may suit those that need to be more cautious with their money.

• If you are dealt a hand totaling between 5 and 8, always hit, you will not win a game with a hand like this, so you must hit.
• If you are dealt a total of 9-11 and the dealer has less than 7, then hit.
• If you are dealt a 12, hit if the dealer is showing a 2 or 3. If the dealer is showing a 4,5, or 6 you should stand. If the dealer has any other card, you should hit.
• If dealt a 13-17, stand if the dealer has below a 7. Anything above a 7 and you should hit.

Stick to a similar strategy and improvise as you see fit. And most importantly, remember that Blackjack is a game. Enjoy yourself and ensure you have fun by not losing too much money.

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