Is it Legal to Host a Poker Game Without a Rake? Yes! Here's How to Do It Right
Yes, hosting a poker game without a rake is completely legal in most states. In fact, it's one...
How to Avoid Tells in Poker: Stop Broadcasting Your Hand to Everyone
You're sitting there with pocket aces, trying to look calm, but your hands are shaking as you ...
Why do Poker Players Have Cash on the Table? The Power Move Most Players Don't Understand
Why would anyone put $10,000 in cash on a poker table when they're playing with chips? ...
How Do You Spot a Bad Poker Player? The 15 Dead Giveaways That Scream "Take My Money"
After fifteen years of playing professionally, I can spot a bad player within five hands. Some...
What Do You Call Your Money in Poker? Understanding Stack, Bankroll, and Everything In Between
You don't have "money" at a poker table. You have a stack. This distinction matters more than ...
What Is Mucked in Poker? The $50,000 Mistake Most Players Don't Know They're Making
A player at the Bellagio once lost $50,000 with a winning hand. Not because he misread the boa...
50 Poker Hand Nicknames That'll Make You Sound Like a Grizzled Veteran
Last week at the Bellagio, a tourist asked what "Big Slick" meant when the dealer announced it...
How Can I Play Poker With My Friends? Stop Making It So Complicated
Playing poker with friends doesn't require apps, websites, or elaborate setups. You need cards...
Why Is Rake in Poker Illegal? The Business Truth Nobody Explains
Rake isn't illegal—running an unlicensed gambling business is illegal. This distinction explai...
Is It Rude to Leave a Poker Table After a Big Win? The Truth About Hit-and-Run Ethics
Six months ago, I watched a guy win $12,000 in one hand at a $5/$10 game. Stacked a player who...
What Are You Not Allowed to Say at a Poker Table? Rules Violations and Costly Mistakes
Say the wrong thing at a poker table and you'll face immediate penalties—warnings, missed hand...
Is It Legal to Play Poker With Friends? The Answer That Keeps You Out of Jail
Yes, playing poker with friends is legal in most states—until you take a rake. That's the line...