Handicapping Pearls
Written by Jack Jones
There are lists out there of different handicapping tips that one should follow if they want to make money by betting off of sports. Of course the easiest way to make a profit is to sign up for the sports picks offered by our expert handicappers. They have proven themselves to be winners and will make profits for you over the long haul, but if you want to go it alone then take a look at some of the tips they have to offer.
- Bet more underdogs than favorites
- When looking at NFL totals, bet over on low numbers, and under on high numbers
- Do not just bet for action and/or because it is on TV
- Do not chase losses with 5/10/15 or more unit plays
- Never buy points, if you think a game is that close then there is more value elsewhere
- Form a plan and stick to it, don’t make rash bets to recoup losses
- Avoid teasers and parlays unless you have determined some advantage
- Go against the public line moves in second half bets
- Limit your taking of road favorites in any sport
- Limit your betting of over’s – stick to under’s if anything
- Avoid chasing for it all on midnight Hawaii games and such
- Remember that a push is as good as a -reload-. Don’t get greedy. Don’t play to win – play to not lose
- Be selective
- Strength of schedule and strength of conference are a big factor in college sport
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