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<br>The flashing lights and ringing bells of a casino are designed to distract you, but behind the scenes, a massive accounting system tracks your every move.<br>
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<br>Understanding exactly how the casino calculates the value of your comps is the secret to getting the absolute most out of your casino visit.<br>
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Why You Must Always Use a Player's Card
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<br>The single biggest mistake any [casino](https://blumacrealtors.com/author/halleyhawley6/) visitor can make is choosing to gamble without signing up for a free player's rewards card.<br>
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<br>The pit boss will physically input your average bet size and track the total number of hours you sit at the table.<br>
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Never gamble a single dollar without inserting your player's card firstThe card tracks your "coin in," not just your deposits or lossesTable game players are rated based on average bet and time played
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Understanding "Theoretical Loss" (Theo)
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<br>Casinos do not issue comps based on how much money you actually lost that specific day; they base it on a formula called "Theoretical Loss."<br>
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<br>If you wager $10,000 on a slot machine with a 10% house edge, your "Theo" is $1,000, regardless of whether you won or lost the session.<br>
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How to Maximize Your Comp Value
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<br>When you first sit down at a blackjack table, immediately place a much larger bet than you normally would to establish a high "average bet."<br>
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<br>The worst they can say is no, but if you are polite and friendly, pit bosses possess massive discretionary power to issue free food vouchers.<br>
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Player ActionCasino PerceptionResulting CompsPlays without a cardInvisible / TouristAbsolutely zero compsGenerates $500 TheoProfitable regularFree standard hotel room + meals
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<br>Always use your card, be incredibly polite to the pit boss, and never be afraid to ask directly for a free meal.<br>
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