A Beginner's Guide To Baccarat

A Beginner's Guide To Baccarat

Wednesday, Apr 15, 2009 | By CasinoGuide

Online baccarat is a simple game, much simpler than the pomp and airs surrounding a live action baccarat pit may make it appear.

Even so, it's important to play the game correctly to give yourself the maximum chance to succeed. Here are a few tips on correct baccarat play.

Always Bet on the Bank

Many players tend to avoid banker bets because of the five percent commission they must pay if they win. However, this commission is simply there to offset the considerable advantage the banker has over the player by acting last. It does not completely do so and betting on the banker is still a better bet.

Never Bet on Ties

While the 8-to-1 payout on a tie looks great, the tie will actually happen significantly less often than one time out of nine. The house has a big edge on this bet. If you can find an online casino that offers 9-to-1, it's considerably better, but your best bet is to stick with betting on the banker.

Stay Within Your Bankroll

Even though you probably won't be playing for as high stakes as live baccarat players, you will still probably be playing for real money. While online baccarat has a low house edge, it is still a negative expectation game that you can expect to lose in the long run. If you're losing more than you planned to on any given day, shut the computer off and come back another time. The game is always available, and tomorrow your luck may change.

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