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Dropping Like Flies: 231 Down in a Single Day

Dropping Like Flies: 231 Casualties in BOL Survivor Pool Sunday Night as 477 Still Alive

Buffalo and Tennessee contributing to the casualties as NFL Survivor Pool turns into worst single day blood bath on record at BetOnline.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Nov/22/2021

No Mobile Sports Betting in Massachusetts Until at Least Q2 2022

Lawmakers in the commonwealth of Massachusetts continue to waste precious time.  As most of their neighbors now offering legalized sports wagering, Massachusetts will go another year without it.....though offshore sportsbooks and local bookies are still readily available. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, Nov/17/2021

NBA Free Pick Tuesday | Sides, Totals, 1st Half, Props

NBA Free Pick Tuesday | Sides, Totals, 1st Half, Props

Tonight, there are three NBA games and all of them bring some kind of betting value. We will take a brief look at who we like for the side, the total, and maybe even a player prop or two. First and foremost, make sure that you are doing business with a fantastic, offshore bookmaker. Y

Submitted by C Costigan on, Nov/16/2021

November 15, 2021 Betting Line Trends: Bovada, DraftKings, FanDuel, More

Gambling911.com examines the betting line movements for key games Monday November 15, 2021.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Nov/15/2021

Running a Gambling Book

Running a Gambling Book

If you are looking to run a gambling book to take action on sports from people that you know, it is now easier and more affordable than ever to do. The old school way of doing everything by paper and pen to write down wagers and then manually grade them as winners and losers is a thing of the past.

Submitted by Payton on, Nov/14/2021

Arkansas State Panel to Consider Legalizing Mobile Sports Betting

The Arkansas Racing Commission plans to consider a rule change next week that would legalize mobile sports betting in the state, according to Arkansas Online.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Nov/12/2021

Where Can I Bet Golf Online From California?

Where Can I Bet Golf Online From California?

A few dozen online sportsbooks take bets on golf from the state of California.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Nov/12/2021

Our View: Voters Leep a Limit on Sports Betting Leader NJ

Our View: Voters Leep a Limit on Sports Betting Leader NJ

The following is an opinion piece from the Atlantic City Press, which examines how New Jersey voters overwhelmingly stopped the state from allowing bets on in-state schools and teams that faced them as well as how the state vowed to sanction books that prevented gamblers from cashing out their winnings all at once.

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/12/2021

Judge in Florida Sports Betting Case Expected to Make Summary Judgement Monday

Judge in Florida Sports Betting Case Expected to Make Summary Judgement Monday

A favorable ruling for the Seminoles would bode well for offshore sportsbooks that have long argued that bets take place at the server location, not where the gambler is physically located.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Nov/11/2021

Is Bovada Legal in Alabama?

Is Bovada Legal in Alabama? 2019 Tide Early Outlook

With so many folks in Alabama looking to bet on their beloved Crimson Tide this coming College Football season, we ask if Bovada is legal in their state.  The answer is a resounding YES and, even better, there are many other top online sportsbooks accessible from Alabama.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Nov/10/2021

Report: At 71% New York Sports Betting Tax Rate Will Be Highest in Nation

Report: At 71% New York Sports Betting Tax Rate Will Be Highest in Nation

Famed gaming attorney I. Nelson Rose also suggests that the legalization of sports betting in the Empire State would be unconstitutional. 

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Nov/08/2021

Team BetOnline Wins Big With Canelo Alvarez Win Over Plant

Team BetOnline Wins Big With Canelo Alvarez Win Over Plant

As for Sunday's NFL, some of the biggest sweats for bookmakers include the Ravens, Patriots, Bills, Bengals, Raiders and the Chargers. 

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Nov/07/2021

Utah Utes, Pelicans in the NBA Seeing Heavy Betting Action Friday

Utah Utes, Pelicans in the NBA Seeing Heavy Betting Action Friday

Here's what we have for the nationally-televised games tonight Friday November 5, 2021.  

Submitted by C Costigan on, Nov/05/2021

The Odds Are on Your Side

The Odds Are on Your Side

Are the odds on your side or is the deck stacked against you? Listen, you are a bookie, the deck is never stacked against you! Times have changed and we will admit that sportsbooks have a much tougher road than ever before. Players are smarter and they are informed. They know what to bet, they know the stats, they know every intricate detail and they can beat you. Therefore, you must have a backup plan with a casino and racebook.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Nov/04/2021

Bookie Services Available to the Public

Bookie Services Available to the Public

There are literally tons of pay per head providers that have cropped up since the COVID pandemic and knowing who to choose, and what to look for can be daunting. Don’t stress the details, let people that have been there before, let them help you. The first and most important thing to remember is this… Doing business with a PPH is much cheaper than opening a gaming website.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Nov/04/2021

You Can Still Bet on Rutgers, Seton Hall Games From New Jersey...... With a Local Bookie

You Can Still Bet on Rutgers, Seton Hall Games From New Jersey...... With a Local Bookie

Local bookies in the Garden State breathed a collective sigh of relief Wednesday morning after New Jersey voters overwhelmingly rejected a ballot initiative to allow wagering on in-state schools and games that feature them. 

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Nov/03/2021

World Series Game 6 Free Pick | Astros Looking to Tie Series

World Series Game 6 Free Pick | Astros Looking to Tie Series

The Astros asked for this, and they got it. They are in this position for one reason, their bats came alive. Sunday’s Astros were the Astros that we have seen all year, and for that matter, for the last five years. This team has the ability to turn it on at will and they will tune up bad pitching.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Nov/02/2021

Hard Rock Launches Mobile Sportsbook......But For How Long?

The news came as a complete surprise to just about everybody....but could come back to bite them in the ass.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Nov/01/2021

Mattress Mack vs. Spanky: Why is Caesars Favoring One Over the Other?

Mattress Mack vs. Spanky: Why is Caesars Favoring One Over the Other?

Why is a sports bettor from Texas allowed to wager $2 million on a sporting event while another sports bettor, in New Jersey, can’t even put $50,000 on a game?

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, Nov/01/2021

Common Bookie Mistakes When Starting a Sportsbook

Common Bookie Mistakes When Starting a Sportsbook

There are common mistakes that bookies make when starting a full service Pay Per Head bookie business.  Just one of these mistakes can do damage, committing all of these attocities will bury your book.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Oct/31/2021

Barstool Sports: FSU Creates Worst Beat Ever in Sports Betting

Barstool Sports: FSU Creates Worst Beat Ever in Sports Betting

I don't know what to say if you had Florida State. I'm sorry. You don't deserve that. You're a good person, writes Big Tennessee of Barstool Sports.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Oct/30/2021

Suicide Hotlines Likely Lighting Up Following Sick Finish to FSU-Clemson Game

Suicide Hotlines Likely Lighting Up Following Sick Finish to FSU-Clemson Game

It's about time Clemson finally covered its first game of the season.....and, yes, it was worth the wait we suppose.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Oct/30/2021

Things You Need to Know Before You Consider Becoming a Bookie

Things You Need to Know Before You Consider Becoming a Bookie

Are you ready to become a bookie? Is it something you have been thinking about for a long time already? This is the case for many people from all over the world, everyone wants to be a part of the sports betting industry, one of the most profitable and exciting you will ever find. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, Oct/28/2021

PPH Bookies Language

Deciding to join the Price per Head industry is one of the smartest decisions you will ever make in your professional life. Being a bookie is exciting and profitable, but it’s not always easy, if you don’t get the right help and guidance, or if you don’t have the support that will help you get to the finish line in the most efficient way.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Oct/28/2021

Nevada, Wyoming See Record Sports Betting Handle Last Month

Nevada, Wyoming See Record Sports Betting Handle Last Month

Nevada sportsbooks took in a record $786.5 million in bets, up 84% from August’s $427.4 million. This broke the state's previous record of $659.9 million set in October 2020.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Oct/27/2021

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Submitted by C Costigan on, Oct/26/2021

You Should Know What You Are Getting for the Price With a Pay Per Head

You Should Know What You Are Getting for the Price With a Pay Per Head

Pay per head (PPH) is a common term in the gambling industry. Bettors can wager directly at a bookie or a price per head sportsbook. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, Oct/25/2021

Bets and Sports: Types of Markets Explained

The sports betting industry has a broad selection of betting markets. Some of them are suitable for amateurs, while others need a certain level of skill.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Oct/25/2021

‘Mattress Mack’ Gets to Bet $2 Million at Caesar's: Other Pros Get the Boot

Not everyone loves all the fawning over McIngvale's wagers.  More specifically, high stakes players have voiced outrage over sportsbooks that claim to embrace "Mattress Mack" and his six figure wagers while routinely booting others they perceive to be professionals simply for winning more than they lose.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Oct/24/2021

How Much Do Bookies Get Paid?

How Much do Bookies Get Paid?

Bookies are people that accept wagers on various sporting events, and pay the players when the player wins the wager, and collect the money when the player loses the wager.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Oct/18/2021

Breaking News

Why We’re All Still Obsessed With the Casino

Casinos have a magnetic pull that lures us in with their bright lights, high stakes, and the intoxicating promise of a win. But over the past few years, something remarkable has happened in this space, and it’s all thanks to technology in the digital age.