Tk you are 100% right-on. As a semi-professional gambler that has everything comped up front from cash offers, chips, suites, meals, show tickets, and massages etc. there are three easy lessons. Number (1) you must learn the game first, (2) have a budget and stick to it,(3) learn money management and (3) last but not least "dress" the part and most of all Tk is right, Never chase comps. db

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