#Bankroll Management

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Techniques to Increase Your Sports Betting Bankroll

Are you looking for ways to grow your betting bankroll? As a sports bettor, it can be difficult to start betting on sports and increase your success rate. However, with the right approach and our Techniques to Increase Your Sports Betting Bankroll it can be done! What is a Sports Betting Bankroll? For those new to the world of betting, the subject can seem quite daunting. What exactly constitutes…

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How does one identify and avoid common pitfalls in sports betting?

Sports betting can be an exciting and potentially profitable activity, but it’s important to navigate the world of sports betting with caution. Many bettors fall into common pitfalls that can lead to financial losses and frustration. By understanding these pitfalls and implementing strategies to avoid them, you can enhance your sports betting experience and increase your chances of success. In…

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Baccarat - A Classic Casino Card Game

Baccarat is a timeless and elegant card game that has been a staple in casinos worldwide, including the glamorous gambling halls of Las Vegas. With its origins dating back to the 19th century, Baccarat has captured the hearts of both high rollers and casual players, offering simplicity, suspense, and an aura of sophistication. In this comprehensive article, we’ll explore the rules, gameplay,…

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The DFS Playbook: Proven Strategies for Dominating Daily Fantasy Sports 

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Sports Betting Bankroll Management: Maximizing Your Profits

Sports Betting Bankroll Management: Maximizing Your Profits Sports betting can be a fun and exciting way to make some extra cash, but it’s important to remember that it’s a form of gambling. As with any type of gambling, there’s always a risk of losing money, and that’s why bankroll management is crucial. In this article, we’ll go over some tips and strategies for managing your sports betting…

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A FEW WINS FOR DAILY PROFITS 📈 AND TO BUILD BANKROLL 😍

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Mastering the Game: How to Play Blackjack

Blackjack, also known as 21, is one of the most popular card games in casinos worldwide. Its blend of skill, strategy, and luck makes it an exciting game for beginners and seasoned players alike. Whether you're playing at a physical casino or online, knowing how to play blackjack is essential to maximize your enjoyment and potential winnings. In this blog post, we'll break down the rules, strategies, and tips to help you become a proficient blackjack player.

The Basics: How to Play Blackjack

Objective of the Game:

The main objective in blackjack is to beat the dealer by having a hand value closest to 21 without exceeding it. The game is played with one or more decks of standard 52-card decks.

Card Values:

Number cards (2-10): Face value

Face cards (King, Queen, Jack): 10 points each

Aces: 1 or 11 points, depending on which value benefits the hand more

Gameplay:

Place Your Bet: Before any cards are dealt, place your bet in the designated betting area.

Dealing the Cards: Each player is dealt two cards face up, while the dealer receives one card face up and one card face down (the hole card).

Player's Turn: Players decide how to play their hand. The options include:

Hit: Take an additional card to increase your hand value.

Stand: Keep your current hand and end your turn.

Double Down: Double your initial bet and receive only one more card.

Split: If you have two cards of the same value, you can split them into two separate hands, each with its own bet.

Surrender: Forfeit half your bet and end your hand early (if the casino rules allow).

Dealer's Turn: After all players have completed their turns, the dealer reveals the hole card and plays according to set rules, typically hitting until reaching at least 17.

Determine the Winner: The dealer compares hands with each player. If your hand is closer to 21 than the dealer's without going over, you win. If your hand exceeds 21 (busts) or is less than the dealer's, you lose. If your hand and the dealer's hand are equal, it's a push, and you get your bet back.

Basic Blackjack Strategy

Learning basic strategy is crucial for understanding how to play blackjack effectively. Here are some key points:

Always Split Aces and Eights: Splitting these pairs increases your chances of forming strong hands.

Never Split Tens: A total of 20 is a strong hand; keep it intact.

Double Down on 11: When you have a total of 11, doubling down can significantly improve your chances of hitting 21.

Hit on a Hand Value of 8 or Less: You can safely take another card to improve your hand.

Stand on 17 or Higher: Unless you have a soft 17 (an Ace and a 6), which may require different action depending on the dealer's upcard.

Advanced Tips for Playing Blackjack

For those ready to move beyond the basics, here are some advanced tips:

Card Counting: This technique involves keeping track of high and low cards dealt to predict the likelihood of favorable cards remaining in the deck. While card counting is not illegal, casinos frown upon it and may ban players suspected of using this strategy.

Bankroll Management: Set a budget for your blackjack sessions and stick to it. Never chase losses or bet more than you can afford to lose.

Table Selection: Choose tables with favorable rules, such as those that offer 3:2 payouts for blackjack instead of 6:5.

Avoid Insurance Bets: The insurance bet, offered when the dealer's upcard is an Ace, is generally a bad bet for players.

Playing Blackjack Online

The popularity of online casinos has made it easier than ever to learn how to play blackjack. Online platforms offer various versions of the game, including live dealer blackjack, where you can interact with a real dealer through video streaming. Here are some tips for playing online:

Start with Free Games: Many online casinos offer free blackjack games where you can practice without risking real money.

Use Casino Bonuses: Take advantage of welcome bonuses and promotions to extend your playtime and increase your chances of winning.

Check the Rules: Online casinos may have different variations of blackjack. Make sure you understand the specific rules and payout structures of the game you’re playing.

Conclusion

Understanding how to play blackjack involves more than just knowing the rules; it requires strategy, discipline, and practice. By mastering the basics and exploring advanced techniques, you can enhance your skills and enjoyment of this classic casino game. Whether you're playing in a brick-and-mortar casino or online, these tips will help you make the most of your blackjack experience. Remember, the key to success in blackjack is not just in winning but in playing smart and having fun. Happy gaming!

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5 Tipps zum Spielen von Spielautomaten um echtes Geld

Das Spielen von Spielautomaten um echtes Geld ist ein aufregendes und spannendes Erlebnis, das Menschen auf der ganzen Welt anzieht. Das Spielen von Spielautomaten um echtes Geld ist ein aufregendes und spannendes Erlebnis, das Menschen auf der ganzen Welt anzieht. Die Welt des Glücksspiels bietet endlose Möglichkeiten, von einfachen klassischen Spielautomaten bis hin zu komplexen Videospielen…

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Do you think "Daphne is the one handling the budget" is at all a popular headcanon for the Mystery Gang?

I like the idea of Daphne pulling out some reading glasses to do the gang's bookkeeping in the shotgun seat on long drives. The bankrolling is definitely Daphne and Shaggy (they're the ones that come from money), but it's probably still a pretty limited amount of money to work with just based on how young they are.

I want to say that Shaggy's money is in some kind of trust until he's 25. Meanwhile, Daphne does have an allowance, which is pretty big since her parents know she's traveling and they may not approve of the company she keeps, but they DO want her to be safe... but it's not enough to just spend willy nilly, considering she's the bulk of the funds for four people and one dog.

Someone has to plan out what they spend on, like... food and hygiene. Trap supplies. Laundromat usage. The occasional motel night if the elements are making 'sleep in the van' a bad idea. Phone plans, depending on the era. Health insurance if their parents don't have them on-plan (depends on the year). Car insurance (legally required). The van is old enough to require maintenance and have a pretty crappy mpg, so the gas budget is pretty high. Yearly inspections and other "let's not get stopped by the cops" stuff. Vet visits (vaccinations, teeth cleaning) for Scooby. Medication for various chronic conditions they may have. Replacing Velma's glasses when they get broken or her prescription changes. Fred's hair gel, which I assume he has. Shaggy's weed stipend. So much sunscreen. Etc.

Like they do have homes to go back to in case they truly run out of money, but it's still a lot to cover, and emergencies on the road do happen.

Modern setting Daphne just does an accounting course online and gets a CPA degree all in service of: 1. Managing the team's money 2. Catching bad guys via audit

(I'd suggest a correspondence course for an older setting but they're always on the move so idk how effective that would be.)

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Money Management when Betting on Sports

Most players think that money management is a boring subject. However, it is a vital topic when betting on sports. Sports wagering is a skill that players can develop over time. One of the things that you need to do so is money. Making smart betting decisions is crucial. However, you can’t make any wagers without cash. According to sports betting software experts, money is a vital asset for a…

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DOCTORS GIVEN $1,500,000 TO VACCINATE 6000 PATIENTS! OMG!

Below is the incentive plan presented to doctors under the Anthem insurance umbrella which describes the FINANCIAL INCENTIVE to vaccinate their patients. I know my primary care physician has over 2000 patients she manages and I am presuming Big Pharma bankrolled this deceptive practice!

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How does one capitalize on live betting opportunities in sports?

Live betting, also known as in-play betting, has revolutionized the sports betting industry, offering bettors the opportunity to wager on events as they unfold in real-time. Capitalizing on live betting opportunities can be a rewarding strategy, as it allows you to take advantage of changing game dynamics and make informed decisions based on the evolving circumstances. In this guide, we will…

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With my recent Harry Potter posts gaining traction, I just want to make an important note:

You are not a bad person for having enjoyed Harry Potter. You are not a bad person for finding it hard to let go of something so ingrained into your life. You are not a bad person for enjoying the overall story of Harry Potter despite the bigotry JK Rowling managed to smatter into it.

Nobody should be telling you that you are. Your past relationship with Harry Potter is not the issue.

The issue is what you and we all do moving forward with the new information and facts that we know.

And the facts are that JK Rowling is a rampant and proud bigot who is hellbent on using the fortune Harry Potter made her to actively pursue the entire trans community with hostile intent.

And she does not care. She is happy that she is doing it. She is happy that people oppose her because it gives her an excuse to play victim and paint trans people who oppose her as violent, aggressive and evil.

This is not about how you engaged with Harry Potter in the past. Or even how you engage with it privately. This is about whether or not you choose to contribute toward her mission and towards the persecution of trans people right now.

Because when you buy that licensed merch in the store, she gets part of the profit. When you go to Harry Potter World, she gets part of the profit. When you buy the Harry Potter game, she gets part of the profit.

And all of those things result in three consequences:

It shows the marketing departments that Harry Potter is still a cashcow.

It shows JK Rowling that she can say and do whatever the hell she wants and nothing is going to stop that money rolling in.

She is given a steady cashflow which she uses to bankroll anti-trans movements and spokespeople and government petitions.

That is the reality of your choice from here on out. That is why people are asking you to set aside what you once had with Harry Potter and to stand with the people she has made it her life's mission to destroy.

You don't even have to let go of it completely. Just let go of the interactions that directly fund JK Rowling. Just cut off the cashflow she's using to ruin the lives of people she's never even met.

Buy fanmade merchandise or learn how to make your own. If you're cosplaying? Buy unofficial cosplays or buy second-hand off resale websites. Same with other merchandise.

If you want to watch Harry Potter, there are hundreds of non-licensed steaming websites showing it which do not contribute royalty income to JK Rowling.

If you're writing Harry Potter fanfiction, use a site like AO3 which will defend you tooth and claw if she gets desperate and starts coming after fan creators.

Harry Potter might be the comforting memories of your childhood, but JK Rowling is an active threat to the literal livelihood of trans people. People who could lose legal rights and protections simply because of one vicious woman with a bigoted agenda and deep pockets.

All we're asking is that you compare your reasons for enjoying Harry Potter with the facts of why you should make a few simple, easy choices to avoid bankrolling her and determine which is more important.

Or rather, which one should be more important.

And make the right choice.

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Thin Red Line (bucktommy, 6x11 missing scene)

Me: I'm rewatching "In Another Life" and had a thought. What if Buck met Tommy during his coma dream?

@dadvans: RC I’m going to kill you

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Between leaving Christopher to wander the hospital hallways like a ghost in search of Eddie for all eternity and doing absolutely nothing to stop Bobby from popping pills like they’re Flintstones vitamins, Buck’s going to single-handedly bankroll every renovation project Dr. Copeland has over the next ten years. 

He wonders what she’ll say when he tells her about this during their next session. She’ll probably just sit back thoughtfully and muse, "You say you were trapped in a world where your biological family loved you but your chosen family had no idea who you were. Tell me more about that, Evan."

It's a moot point unless he manages to get out of here, so he swings the axe up, throws a sneer in his evil doppelgänger's direction, and is about to bring it down as hard as he can when his right arm is suddenly jerked behind him like someone’s trying to pull it out of the socket. 

Startled, he whirls around, but there’s no one there. Even Bizarro Buck is gone. 

An odd pressure tugs at his fingers. For a second, he thinks there’s something wrapped around them. He looks down but he can’t see anything. He can feel it, though. He tests the tensile strength of it by bouncing his hand back and forth, and whatever it is pulls taut when his hand gets close to his body. 

It reminds him of playing tug-o-war on the playground as a kid, except instead of deliberately allowing himself to be yanked off balance so his parents could later fuss over the bloody state of his knees, he begins gathering the palpable nothing in his palm and, with a last look at the tableau of the real him lying in the hospital bed waiting to die, follows it out of the room and back down the hall. 

He comes to a stop in front of a door that looks like all the others. He must’ve missed this one, although he can’t feel dumb about it, because there’s no way in hell he would’ve guessed this was the exit. 

"Take me home," Buck murmurs, opens the door, and walks out—

—onto an outdoor patio. 

He drops his head back with a groan. "Oh, come on."

With the wicker chairs and mind-numbingly navy umbrellas, it looks like every cafe’s outdoor seating situation in the state of California, right down to the almost oppressive number of ferns in beige planters shoved in between the tables. The only difference is that the place is completely empty. 

Correction: almost empty. 

Through the crush of the basic bitch jungle, he sees a solitary man seated at one of the tables, idly sliding a to-go cup from side to side with his big hands. As he draws a little closer, he’s able to clock the guy’s deep blue flight suit and what looks like the LAFD insignia on his arm.

Everyone who’s made an appearance in this weird-ass dream has been someone he knows. Even Daniel, who died before Buck ever met him, still made something stir with some kind of primordial recognition in Buck’s marrow the second he woke up and clapped eyes on him. He'd taken in the gray hair at high temples, the same nose Buck sees every time he looks in a mirror, the confident smile, and had just known who he was.

Buck has no idea who this guy is. He’s pretty sure he’d remember someone who looked like he bench presses actual benches in the morning and rushes off to be photographed for Men’s Health by lunch. 

As Buck comes up to the edge of the table, the man looks up at him, and the light of the sun catches his eyes. For a second, Buck’s back on the pier, gazing out into a cloudless sky stretched over the sea, but there’s no inhale of the earth, no oncoming wave. Just deep, Pacific blue. A slow smile spreads across the guy’s face, which takes him from unfairly handsome to utterly striking. 

"Hey."

A shiver starts from the very bottom tip of Buck’s spine and travels upwards like ripples on the surface of a lake, spreading out into all of his limbs until he can feel the eddies lapping at even the smallest arteries. For no cogent reason he can think of, his resting heart rate picks up until he’s flirting with full-on tachycardia. Maybe he’s about to code in the real world.

"H-Hey," Buck stutters, feeling caught out. "I—sorry, I’m—I’m a little turned around here."

The man gives him a look that’s both amused and commiserating, then picks up the drink cup he’d been playing table hockey with and holds it out. There's something thin and red tied around his ring finger, but Buck can't concentrate on it for some reason. It fades completely out of view every time he tries. "Want a sip? It’s the worst coffee you’ll ever taste."

It's said around what is clearly a laugh, but Buck doesn't feel like it's at his expense, plus it's so infectious that he can’t help but crack a grin. The muscles in his back, which feel like they've been locked for days, are finally starting to relax.

“If it’s so gross, why’d you get it?” Buck asks, genuinely curious.

The guy shrugs. "I didn't."

Nodding as if that makes any kind of sense, Buck looks around to see if the ferns are hiding anyone else, but it really does seem like there's no one else here. He turns back to the man, who's watching him with that deep, placid gaze. 

It's so strange. He'd been so desperate to find a way out of here, psyching himself up for a battle he was prepared to fight to the death in, but all he wants to do right now is grab the chair across from this stranger and just… let the clock run out.

He reaches for the back of the chair closest to him, but it jerks away with a screech. 

The guy unhooks his foot from the chair leg and, staring straight into Buck's eyes, shakes his head gently. 

Buck swallows around a suddenly dry throat. Under his feet, the patio stones tremble. "D-Do I know you?"

When the man smiles this time, the corners of his eyes crinkle, digging lines that run down his cheeks. Buck thinks of the picture Jee-Yun gave him last week of a beaming sun. She'd drawn deep yellow lines coming off it. Sun rays. 

"No," the man says, his voice as warm as a crayon drawing made with unconditional love. "Not yet."

He lifts his hand and this time Buck can see the little red string tied around his finger, and the long tail of the other end of it draped over the table top, which Buck follows the trail of, heart pounding, until it comes to a stop. He looks down to find the other end is tangled around the fingers of his own right hand. 

When he looks up, shaking and exhilarated, there's a door in the middle of the patio that swings open in obvious invitation. 

The man is no longer at the table, but there are suddenly lips at his ear. "See you soon, Evan."

Before he can close his eyes and sink into the hot wash of breath over his cheek, a large hand slides up to the middle of his back and shoves—

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Buck knows he's being an absolute creep and Eddie won't stop giving him weird looks about it, but he can't help it. The pilot who's about to steal a helicopter for them has been nothing but friendly and confident, and he's currently wiring Buck up to his headset with brisk, competent hands, and all Buck can do is stare at him like he's got tonight's winning lottery numbers. 

Tom Kinard—"Tommy, please. Tom is my father, who I hate."—looks up from where he's bent a little at the knees, trying to get the microphone adapter to hook into Buck's belt, and shoots Buck an awkward grin. 

"Is there a spider in my hair or something?"

He hadn't realized how much tension he was putting into the air until Tommy cuts through it with that. Buck ducks his head and laughs, feeling like a dumbass. "Sorry, man. It's just—do I know you from somewhere? You look so familiar."

"Maybe I just have one of those faces," Tommy says, all good humor.

For Men's Health, maybe, Buck almost replies, then has to clench his teeth so it doesn't slip out by accident. What a weird thought to have. With his luck, Tommy would've taken it the wrong way and then abandoned the mission altogether. But even thinking it feels like a lie. Buck's known the guy for all of five minutes but he's oddly sure Tommy wouldn't leave them in the lurch because Buck feels the need to share every dumb thought that crosses his mind. 

"All right." Tommy stands up straight and steps back, but not before he gives Buck a friendly pat on the arm. "You're good to go."

Feeling oddly bereft, Buck says nothing as Tommy steps around him to where Chimney's been not so patiently waiting for his turn. 

"Sorry about him," Chim says, jerking a head in Buck's direction. "He was struck by lightning last year and hasn't been the same since. I mean, he was always annoying, but now he's just weird."

Buck deserves an Oscar for the fake outrage in his voice when he shoots back, "The view must be great from your glass house, Mr. I'm Dressing My Kid Up As A Ceiling Fan For Halloween," because the rest of him feels like it's in a tailspin. Every atom in his body is positively screaming for some reason. It's probably because they're all going to die. That makes the most sense.

When Tommy laughs, the corners of his eyes crinkle. 

Sun rays, Buck thinks nonsensically, and tangles the headset wire around the fingers of his right hand. 

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