6 beginners' rules I wish I’d followed after realizing the lottery is straight theft
Bradley Retter is a professional gambler. He wrote a blog post about tips on how to avoid mistakes that cost him money. He recommends avoiding slot machines and lottery tickets. Retters spends less than $50 a year on lottery ticket now. Online real-money slots tend to be more successful. Never spend more than you can afford. It's important to know that there is no guarantee of winning.
6 beginners' rules I wish I’d followed after realizing the lottery is straight theft. Win or lose. Every casino game and bet is set up for one side to win and another to lose, and most beginner bets are on the wrong side of the bet.
Retter recommends learning as much as possible about gambling before starting. He recommends avoiding physical casinos and working a regular job. He notes that playing poker can take up to 70 hours per week. It's better to avoid physical casino locations. The alternatives are largely online casinos. For more information on Retter's book, visit his website.