Never follow the strategies below at Blackjack It seems to you that you know very well how to play

at Blackjack and be successful in it. But the reality indicates at other things. A lot of mathematicians count several variants that are used by Blackjack players. And look at the result: - Never to surrender: the player, buying in, thinks that he gets 10 points. As a result by 12 points and higher the players dont buy in. This strategy increases the house edge till 4%. - Repeat the dealers actions. The player plays according to rules of the dealer: he or she buys in till 16 points. In such a situation the players loses the possibility to double up and split cards, as a result the house edge increases till 5, 5%. - The dealer has a closed 10. The player thinks that the closed card of the dealer is a 10, thats why he or she buys in till 19. Such a strategy deprives the player of 10% advantages. Counting cards: Blackjack offers players the unique chance to move up from the house edge to the players advantage i.e. to increase the expected value higher, than 100%. Such an opportunity is based on the idea that the pack, full of 10-s and Aces, is profitable for the player (there are more chances of dealers getting bust). Thus, if in the beginning of the game a lot of small cards have come out of the pack, then chances of players increase. Card counters always wait for such a possibility. They count cards that have come out of the game and if they see, that in the pack there are still a lot of pictures, begin to increase bets, trying to make profits from high expected value. But such a theory can also lead to failure, as at online casino the pack is always mixed after each deal or the endless pack is played. 3 main mistakes of blackjack players While playing in a popular game blackjack, many players make wrong conclusions in terms of probability of winnings/losses. For example, every professional player knows that it is not recommended to split two 10-s under any circumstances, but this rule is followed rather rarely. The next 10 mistakes are veiled by the opinion that decisions are made properly. 1. Dont take a 12, when a dealer has a 2 or a 3. Each time when I take a card for a 12, I get a 10 and as a result I lose and thats why instead of it I skip and allow the dealer to take a card it is the typical reason, established by players. But taking for a 12 against a 2 or 3 is a right decision not because it wins more often, but because it loses more rarely. 2. Dont split 8-s, when a dealer has a 9. 16 against 9 is a loss. Why is it necessary to increase losses by splitting? In reality 16 against 9 is the worst hand at Blackjack. But splitting can turn your bad hand into to good ones, where there are more winning chances. Even in this case two 8-s can lose but less. Thats why splitting of two 8-s against a 9 of the dealer is the cheapest way in such a bad situation.

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3. Always take equal money for blackjack. I always take equal money for blackjack, because it is one of the most secured winnings in the game. Of course, equal money guarantees winnings that are equal to the sum of the initial bet irrespective of the fact, if the dealer has the blackjack or not. Thus, if you bet always per $10 and take equal money, you will win $10. But if you dont take equal money, you can win $10, 40 (it is 4% more). Why is it so? Almost 9 times out of 13 the dealer will not have a blackjack and the winning will amount to 15 $ by the bet of $10. Techniques of counting cards in Blackjack Counting of cards - logic continuation of base strategy of game in Black Jack. For this purpose the photographic memory or a scientific degree of the mathematician is not required to you. Though, the first strategy of game have been developed by mathematicians, counting not such and difficult. The most difficult - not to be removed of a casino for too big prizes. Strategy of counting of cards is based on probabilities, and the account of all cards in a game pack or packs. There is at this strategy, however, a small defect: after several distributions the dealer dumps the remained not played cards, and the following distribution can already be carried out from anew mixed pack. Before the dealer will reshuffle the card dumped thus there can be a good few, if not three quarters of all cards. It means that among the dumped there could be those cards which bore advantage to the player. And on which your strategy of counting of cards relied. The system of counting of cards considers probability of delivery of a card in cost in 10 points only on the basis of the cards which are still being in a pack. The most general and simple system of counting appropriates to cards in a pack certain value: All cards from the two to six matter +1. All cards from tens to assess matter-1. The seven, the eights and the nine matter 0. As the player sees played (and subsequently dumped) a card, it puts values of these cards. At a starting point equal 0, this current account can accept both negative, and positive values. If the first distribution from a pack has the two (+1), the nine (0), the king (-1), an as (-1), to ten (-1) and jack (-1), the current account will be-3 (a minus three). The above there will be a current account, the more than younger cards has been played that means higher percent of the senior cards in a pack. Why it is important for us? Recollect that the system of base strategy is based on the assumption that the following card will appear in cost in 10 points. If you know that the percent of the senior cards in a pack becomes above, than usually, this assumption - so also all strategy as a whole - becomes more effective. Influence of the account of cards on base strategy in Black Jack As counting of cards changes rules of the basic strategy? And it also does not change them. The only thing that it changes is the size of your rate. The typical system player, i.e. the one who uses system of counting of cards, does the minimum rate, when game only begin. When the current account reaches certain level, for example +4 and above, the player considerably increases the rate or conducts aggressive game on doubling of rates. The above the abacus, the above there

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should be your rate. The counter uses this information for benefit extraction in Black Jack, gaining a victory-other on large rates, while a pack that is called, hot. If the account falls below zero or the pack is reshuffled, the counter comes back to the minimum rate. Blackjack card counting myths A lot of beginning blackjack players believe that card counting is a miracle strategy i.e. using this strategy can make you a winner in any situation. But in practice they often face moments in life, when they understand that card counting strategy doesnt work in such a manner they want it to work. And then they begin to blame the system. But they are not aware of their misunderstanding how to use card counting system properly. And lets solve this problem and reveal card counting myths. Myth1. A complicated counting strategy can bring more profits. Remember: success at Blackjack doesnt depend on the complexity of the card counting system. Sometimes even simple counting methods can be more advantageous. Myth2. Card counting can predict the sequence of cards Card counting system doesnt guarantee that you will predict the sequence of the remaining cards. It is mainly a probability theory that can help you to put the odds in your favor. And short-term results can change drastically. Myth3. Dont think that a lot of money will lead you to win. A lot of gamblers, after they have learned how to count cards, feel unbeatable and therefore they dont need much money to win as they have those skills, due to which they will definitely win. But in reality such players can have losing streaks and in order to override them they need an adequate bankroll. If you have understood properly the above tips, you realize that card counting is not a predictive theory. By knowing this, you will be able to prepare yourself for the inevitable losing periods with an adequate bankroll. Instructions Step 1 Stand pat if your two cards total 12 or more and the dealer is showing anything between a 2 and a 6. Keep in mind that the dealer is required to hit on anything under 16 and a face card would then bust him. Step 2 Stand pat even if your cards total 15 or 16 and the dealer is showing a 7 or 8. If you hit, chances are two to one that you will go over 21. And chances are greater than 50/50 that the dealer still has 16 or less, which means he is likely to bust when he takes another card. Step 3 Take the same approach to every hand. It's monotonous, but it works.Double your bet if your cards total 10 or 11 as long as the dealer isn't showing an ace or face card. The odds are with you. Another face card and you will have 20 or 21. The dealer is very unlikely to beat it.

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Step 4 Stand pat no matter what if your cards total 17 or higher. The odds of getting a 4 or lower if you hit are minuscule. Step 5 Split all pairs above 7 when the dealer is showing 6 or less. If you have two 7s or anything higher, split the cards and take a hit on each. Odds are strong that you will win both hands and excellent that you will at least win one. Step 6 Bypass the insurance if the dealer is showing an ace. It's never worth giving up on the hand. Don't forget that if the dealer's other card is a 5 or under, she must hit and chances are great she will go over 21. And if you wind up with 17 or 18, you might win anyway. Basic Strategy Deviations Card Counting:

Your Hand (hard totals) 10,10 10,10 16 16 15 13 12 12 10 10 9 9

Dealers Upcard 5 6 10 9 10 2 3 2 Ace 10 7 2

Index

Basic Strategy Deviation

5 4 0 5 4 -1 2 3 4 4 3 1

Split at +6 or higher Split at +5 or higher Stand at +1 or higher Stand at +6 or higher Stand at +5 or higher Stand at 0 or higher Stand at +3 or higher Stand at +4 or higher Double at +5 or higher Double at +5 or higher Double at +4 or higher Double at +2 or higher

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How to Win at Blackjack - Basic Blackjack Game Rules Learning how to win at Blackjack is almost as easy as learning to count. Not cards counting cards doesn't work with online blackjack. But learning the basic gist of the game can help you learn how to win. At Blackjack - also known as 21 - winning means coming up with a number close to - but not over - 21. Just add up the cards: Face cards are worth ten points and other cards are worth their face value. The Ace is special - it can be counted as a one or as an eleven (face card plus one). Of course, learning how to win at Blackjack has a little trick to it - you can't get closer to 21 than the dealer (house). And you can't "bust" (go over 21). Play a few rounds and see - you can rapidly get a good feel for the cards and the game. How to Win at Blackjack - Tips and Tricks - Tip #1: Hold at 16 or 17 - if you have less than that, go for the card; if you have more, hold. - Trick #1: If a lot of face cards have gone by, you can draw at 17 or 18. - Trick #2: If a lot of little cards have gone by, hold at 15. - Tip #2: Play if you have a "soft" hand (one with an ace) - it's more versatile. - Trick #3: Fold if the dealer has an Ace showing - it's more versatile for the house, too. - Trick #4: Decide right away if your Ace is going to be low (value 1) or high (value 11). - Tip #3: Play the online casinos that give you everything you want in an online blackjack game: transaction security and ease, plenty of games to choose from, topnotch graphics, fast and realistic play. Sure Win Blackjack Tips - A Casino Professional Reveals How to Win at Blackjack Every casino will always have gamblers and players asking the 1000 year old question every other day and that is, How to win at Blackjack. The free blackjack tips that I am about to give will definitely blow your mind because it is so simple yet not thought about by amateurs. Doubling your bets for every loss bet This is certainly Not a Blackjack system of playing! And I would not recommend it either! You must know that generally, tables have a limit for bets and also, you on the other hand have a limit to how much you can spend! So, if you are already a millionaire and wants to progress to a billionaire through casino gambling, please leave the house now! Why would you even read this article in the first place? You should be enjoying yourself in casinos and win and lose happily! I have a true case of a friend who decided on doubling his bets and he lost $20,000 in consecutive bets! That should be a cause to rethink your chances of doubling your losses every time. Negative & Positive Progression System -

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This system requires much calculation on your part and thereby needs practice and alot at that! The ground rules for these free simple blackjack tips are that you must first set a limit on your maximum progression. The counting goes when you win, you place a 20 percent increase to your original bets and continue to do so. When you lose, you decrease by 20 percent. The rules are simple, but the quick calculations for every game takes much practice as the environment in casinos are a real hazard to begin with. The Two Way or Levels Progression System This is a simple and should be followed system for amateurs and gamblers alike. The limits for the maximum and minimum bets must be set to stay true to this system. Let us say that when you win, you bet $200 and continue. When you lose, you reduce the sum of betting to $100 for example and continue until you win again. This is a very effective way to counter the fluctuations in decks of playing cards and sure beats the card counting strategies that card counters employ! The 1 - 3 - 2 - 6 or the 1 - 3 - 2 - 4 System This odd but powerful sequence is as it says. Follow the number of bets set and follow through for every consecutive wins. If you lose, go back to one again and repeat the sequence. With this type of powerful blackjack strategy, you definitely know the secret to how to win blackjack is at your hands! Wrong! Think again! This strategy of consecutive 4 wins are not likely to happen most of the time! Some players uses the 13-2-4 system because it brings the total to 10 units for one complete cycle. There you go! The sure win ways to how to win at blackjack with all the free blackjack tips that I had given will definitely put you in the lead among fellow gamblers in any casino table game. Feel free to view my other essays on blackjack strategy and casino gaming itself. Enjoy! Simplified Card Counting Card counting is a strategy used in blackjack to determine when the player has a statistical advantage over the house. This is done by tracking the ratio of high cards to low cards left in the deck. The greater the percentage of tens, face cards and aces in the deck, the greater the advantage for the player. The basic idea is to bet more money when the player has an advantage and less money when they are at a disadvantage. There are many card counting systems, but it is first necessary to learn the basics of the plus/minus point count system. This system is relatively easy and with a minimal amount of practice you will be ready to play for real. The more complex systems are variations of the plus/minus and can be easily adapted after learning the basics. There are also easier systems, such as the Ace Five count, but they are less accurate and require you to raise your wagers at a much greater rate. The way a casino can tell when you are counting cards is that you greatly increase your bets when the count is in your favor. The plus/minus system allows you to raise your bets at a more gradual and harder to detect rate.

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In blackjack the player gains an advantage when the deck has a shortage of cards valued 2,3,4,5 and 6. The player is at a disadvantage when the deck has a shortage of tens, face cards and aces. By counting cards you will know when you have this advantage and be able to capitalize on it by increasing your bets. When the deck has a disproportionately low amount of face cards and Aces, you can alter your strategy by hitting on hands you normally would not. This will increase the overall number of hands that you win. In the plus/minus point count a plus value is given to low cards, and a minus value is given to high cards. The higher the point count, the better the odds for the player. When the cards are being dealt simply keep a count in your head as you see each card. Start at zero and add one for each 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 dealt. Subtract one from your count for each 10, J, Q, K or Ace dealt. This will give you what is known as a running count. 7, 8, and 9 have a value of zero. This is because they have a very small statistical effect compared to the other cards. There are some variations, such as the Canfield Master, that use a value of -2 for the Ace instead of -1 or give a value of +1 to the seven instead of zero. A running count is the actual count and assumes you are playing with a single deck. This system is balanced. There are 20 cards in a deck that are valued plus 1, and 20 cards that are valued minus 1. The remaining 12 cards (7, 8 and 9) have a value of zero. At the end of a deck the count will be zero. To practice this system, take a deck of cards and flip them one by one while keeping track of the count. At the end of the deck the count should be zero. Keep practicing by flipping the cards faster and faster and do this with distractions around. You should be able to count a full deck while having a conversation and watching TV. Once you are confident that you can quickly and accurately count cards, it is time to look at your betting strategies. The higher the plus count, the more that you want to bet. If the running count is plus 1 or negative, bet one unit. The unit can be whatever you want it to be, but is generally the table minimum for beginners. When the running count is plus 2 or 3, bet 2 units, plus 4 or 5 bet 3 units, plus 6 or 7 bet 4 units and plus 8 or more bet 5 units. It is rare that you will play in a single deck blackjack game. The next step is to calculate the True Count. The true count is calculated by dividing the running count by the total number of decks that have not yet been dealt. The most common, and easiest, way to determine how many decks are left is to look at the remaining cards in the shoe and make an estimate. A more accurate, and more complicated, way is to count the number of decks played based on the number of rounds played. If there are 6 players and each average 3 cards per hand, each round will use 1/3 of a deck. Most casinos use 6 decks. So, after the first round divide your running count by 6 to figure out your true count. After the second, third and fourth rounds divide by 5. The deeper into the shoe you get, the more accurate the running count is. When the shoe is first shuffled the dealer holds about a 0.5% advantage. Each additional true count point increases the players advantage by 0.5%. So, when the true count is +1, you have even odds. When the true count is at +2 the players have a 0.5% advantage.

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