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Many poker players ask the question: How much money should I invest in a game of poker?
Beginner poker players, and players who are more interested in fun than profit, should follow this simple credo: Don't invest more than you can afford to lose. So, if you are comfortable with potentially losing $100, then your bankroll should not exceed $100. Base your beginner bets on this bankroll and see how far you can go. When making your poker bets, you always want to make sure that you protect your bankroll. Never risk your entire bankroll in one game because you want to survive to play another day.
Seasoned and experienced poker players who are proven winners can afford to spend more. They expect to win their share of poker jackpots and consistently win money at their chosen limit. The rule of thumb is 200 big bets at your given limit. For example, it $2-$4 poker games, you should have $800 ($4 x 200) in your bankroll. This allows you to make pro bets without wiping out your entire bankroll in a bad stretch.
How do you know if you can afford this size of bankroll? You have to know your success rate. The best way to do that is to keep track of your poker games. Keeping a poker log or diary will give you a clear picture of the number of times you win and lose, and how often you increase or decrease your bankroll. Some online poker rooms provide features that make it easy for you to track your wins and losses.
Now that you know about preparing your bankroll, you may want to read the rest of our poker articles so that you can become a better poker player. You can also take your bankroll to an online poker rooms and see how you can make it grow. |
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