Winning Blackjack Tips

The following page is a list of our top five blackjack tips that we suggest to all blackjack players. These blackjack tips go hand in hand with all other strategies you'll find throughout our website and we recommend using them all.

1. Always Use Basic Strategy

It is highly recommended that you always use blackjack basic strategy. If you are not familiar with basic strategy, read our strategy article linked above. If you aren't using basic strategy you can't expect to be a winning blackjack player. Basic strategy is the first tool a blackjack player should master before approaching the tables.

2. Scout the Tables and Players

It is highly recommended that you scout the blackjack tables and the players at the tables, before picking a table to play at. Carefully observe the area and be selective about the table you sit at. You don't want to end up sitting at a blackjack table full of drunken players, slow players, etc. Always make sure the last player at the table seems to have a knowledge of the game. If he or she seems like a very inexperienced player, it's probably best to move on because this player will cause you lots of money in the long run.

3. Never Take Insurance, Unless Card Counting

It is recommended that you never take insurance at the blackjack table unless you are an experienced card counter. Taking insurance just benefits the casino and new players will often take insurance every time it is offered to them. You are losing extra money in the long run by taking insurance so stay completely clear of it unless you're counting cards.

4. Manage Your Money Wisely

It is very important to manage your blackjack money wisely. It is recommended that you never sit down at a blackjack table where the minimum bet is 5% or more, of your total playing money. You simply won't have enough money to play in this game so try to find a lower limit game. Always make sure to stay within your limits. If you can't learn to properly manage your money and bankroll, you can never become a serious blackjack player.

5. Tip the Dealer

Most players have conflicting thoughts on tipping the dealer. We recommend that you tip the dealer during the game to keep the game friendly and to keep the dealer on your side. You should tip the dealer consistently while he deals you both good hands and bad hands. Keep in mind the dealer can't change the outcome of the cards. Most dealers aren't paid a very large wage and rely on tips to support themselves.

These general blackjack tips are designed to help you become a better blackjack player.