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Blackjack Basic Rules and StrategiesAre you brand new to blackjack? Then this guide is for you. It's an overview of how blackjack is played. Blackjack Game FlowHow is blackjack actually played? What are the rules? How do you start betting? These important questions are answered in this section of ReadyBetGo's Guide to Blackjack.Blackjack Plays: Insurance, Hit, Stand, Double, or SplitYou've been dealt your cards. Now what? You've got to make a decision. Should you take insurance, another card, double your bet, split a pair or just stand? Let's look at these decisions one at a time.Blackjack: Bad Play vs. StrategyThe casinos make a lot of money on blackjack. There are three types of players who they are happy to see coming up to the table. These people make bad plays for a number of reasons. Let's take a look at who's playing bad blackjack.Blackjack Basic StrategyBlackjack basic strategy is the keystone of good blackjack play. By learning it you'll remove yourself from the minor leagues where people are making the wrong plays at least 15% of the time. With easy to learn charts and good advice you'll become an advantage player.Lower the House Edge in BlackjackYou've learned the rules and some basic strategy. Now you want to get the best bang for your blackjack buck. Let's look at how doubling, splitting and hitting stiff hands can help and why insurance can't.Blackjack Probability and the House EdgeHow often should you expect to win in blackjack. Well, there are probabilities and there are realities. Just remember, they aren't often the same in the short run.How to Play Different Blackjack GamesPrior to starting any game of blackjack, be sure to familiarize yourself with the rules of that particular form of the game. This article explains how to adjust your blackjack strategy depending on the variation you are playing.
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BJ Insider Newsletter - Get 3 months Free!ReadyBetGo has made a special arrangement to allow our visitors to receive a three month free trial of Henry Tamburin's Blackjack Insider Newsletter. The e-Newsletter is published monthly and provides a wide variety of articles including trip reports to all of the major casino destinations, blackjack strategy, tournament news, and much more. The free membership also allows members to access archived newsletters that contain a total of over 200 articles and reports on blackjack. BlackjackInfo.com: Home of the Blackjack Basic Strategy EngineWant to fine tune your blackjack strategy? There's no better place for getting the right chart for the game you're playing than the Blackjack Strategy Engine at Blackjackinfo.com. You can choose the number of decks, the rules for soft 17, doubling, double after split, surrender, and the hole card rule. Enter all of your parameters, and presto -- your blackjack strategy chart is ready. Highly recommended.888 Casino Blog – Ultimate Guide to Blackjack888 Casino has launched a new blog focused on educating players about best approaches to winning at casino games. The blackjack section is written by Henry Tamburin, a frequent contributor to ReadyBetGo, and offers advice on a variety of topics including game strategy, decision making,and how to become a master player.

Learning Blackjack with the Experts

Blackjack is far and away the most popular casino card game, but that wasn't always the case.  In 1962, Edward Thorp's Beat the Dealer gave players the insight that the blackjack could be beaten with a solid strategy, and the game hasn't looked back.
ReadyBetGo is here to help you learn the game of blackjack and increase your odds of winning. We'll introduce you to blackjack strategy, keep you abreast of the latest blackjack news, give you a short history of the game and present you with the best blackjack books and software.  You may also want to browse our new Professional Blackjack section.

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Latest Blackjack Strategy and Rules

Mastering Online Blackjack: Top Strategies for Success
by ReadyBetGo Editor
In this article, we'll delve into some of the top strategies for success at online blackjack, equipping you with the knowledge and tactics needed to improve your gameplay and increase your chances of winning. Additionally, we'll explore how trying out a new online casino can enhance your blackjack experience with fresh features and bonuses.
Basic Blackjack Strategy: A Beginner's Guide to Winning
by ReadyBetGo Editor
Buyers often inquire about the cost when considering a slot machine. Prices can range from under $100 to thousands of dollars. To know in detail, read this article.
Top Strategies for Mastering Blackjack
by ReadyBetGo Editor
Blackjack is not just about luck; combining strategy and sharp decision-making can tilt the odds in your favor. Today, let's tackle some stellar approaches to help you dominate this game.
How to Use Math Formulas When Playing Blackjack Online
by ReadyBetGo Editor
Blackjack is a game of skill, and one of the most important skills to master is the use of math formulas. Here are five subheadings that will help you understand how to use math formulas when playing blackjack online.

Blackjack Book Reviews

Counting Game
Beyond Coincidence, The Counting Game, and Inside the Ropes
by Howard Schwartz
Every once in a while a book reviewer finds a selection of books related, yet unrelated. The question: how to present them to an audience of people interested in how to make money, save money or just 'follow the money' (as they say in politics). Here are three books related to winning, betting and luck in their own way—you'll understand the connection quickly.
James McKenna's Beyond Traps
'Beyond Tells' Author Release 'Beyond Traps'
by Howard Schwartz
If you enjoyed James McKenna's Beyond Tells you'll appreciate his focus in 'Beyond Traps -- The Anatomy of Poker Success.' Hollywood Dave Stann's 'Hollywood Blackjack' makes for some fast-paced, colorful reading.
Andy Bloch's Beating Blackjack DVD
'Beating Blackjack with Andy Bloch' Review
by Bill Rini
Andy Bloch was one of the masterminds behind the MIT Team that took Vegas for millions of dollars. He has recently released a DVD that lays out his strategies for winning at blackjack. Here, Bill Rini gives us his opinion on this new product.

Blackjack News

Who's the Best Blackjack Player on the Net?
Friday, July 04, 2008
Throughout July, bet365 is hosting an amazing blackjack competition to find the best Blackjack player on the net. For just £1 per hand players can join in the battle for a piece of the £50,000 prize fund and the chance to be crowned the 'bet365 Master of Blackjack'.
Backgammon Masters to Enlist MIT '21' Movie Blackjack Team
Thursday, April 17, 2008
BackgammonMasters plan to enlist the MIT "Blackjack Teams" to test their new BlackJack platform and Basic Blackjack Calculator.
MIT Blackjack Team to Hold Seminars Nationwide
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
The iconic MIT blackjack team, whose real-life adventures inspired the movie "21" and New York Times bestseller "Bringing Down The House", legally won millions from casinos throughout the United States. Now, two former members of that elite card-counting squad are paying visits to select cities in order to teach others how to win at blackjack.
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