Blackjack like a lot of casino games is a game of numbers. There’s nobody to bluff or intimidate, and everyone including the casino is playing with the same odds. Unless you’re a very skilled card counter, there’s almost no way to swing the odds to highly favor you, but if you’re careful and play well, you can keep the odds about even.

The problem with this style is that no one gambles to break even-you play to win. I can tell you from firsthand experience that it’s a lot more gratifying to walk away from a 2-hour blackjack session with $300 than it is to walk away with what you came in with. So far the best way that I’ve found to keep ahead of the game is to vary your betting scheme. Play your usual $5 poker hands, but every now and then, when you get the urge, throw down a bigger bet. A few $10 and $20 hands every now and then are what will build up your poker chips-the added risk goes hand-in-hand with a better payoff.

If you’re riding a good streak, take a few chances with the bigger hands, splitting a few, doubling down a few times, and the game will be not only more exciting, but you may just walk away with some spending money.

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