Is gambling for a living dangerous ?

Question

I moved out to Las Vegas at the end of July and in less than a month , Ive managed to win close to $7000 playing blackjack at about 5 different casinos on the strip. I learned how to count cards in los angeles before I came out from a professional who has been banned from 10 casinos in vegas . Actually his in the griffith book. I would spend 8 hours a day practicing and practicing. It wasnt easy but I finally learned it. I came out here with no job, $20000 in cash , my old car, and alot of fear but hope. I was suppose to look for a job and start a career at a bank but after I saw the money coming in , I just couldnt stop. Its so convenient because the casinos are open 24/7, I could set my own schedule, I am my own boss, quick profits, and tax benefits. I am using the system hes taught me and its working extremely well. I got 2 free show tickets, a junior sweet at the Bellagio, and compt dinners at Harras and Flamingo. I feel I have an advantage . Is this for real or just temporary ?

Answer 1

I don't know why you keep posting the same question over and over. It's kind of funny that your start up cash and winnings change every time you post, lol.

Anyway, you answered your own question: The guy you learned to count from got banned from all those casinos, what makes you think it'll be any different for you? Ride the wave as long as you can, but don't be surprised when they start kicking you off the tables. When that happens, the party's over.

And don't forget to put those winnings on your tax returns, seriously. The feds have a surprisingly high success rate at prosecuting people for tax evasion.

Answer 2

The hardest thing about card counting is not being detected by the casino. If you keep winning there is a very high probability that you will be caught because suspicions will arise as to why you keep getting so "lucky". If you haven't already read the book 'Bringing Down The House', you should. It tells the story of the MIT Blackjack team who went to elaborate lengths to conceal the fact that they were counting cards while making millions. Despite all of their precautions they eventually had to stop because the casinos finally figured out what they were doing.
Realize they were very intelligent, they were working as a team, and they were doing it at a time when security was more lax and few people were counting cards. If they couldn't do it, what chance as one person got in this day and age ? I would suggest you make your career short and get as much money as you can in the short period of time you have before you are barred from virtually every casino on the planet.

Answer 3

While I'm impressed with your dedication, I think that you should take heed to the different warnings already posted here. I was a race track bum for about 3 years (many years ago) and I understand the appeal of something for nothing, but its a tough row to hoe and full of pitfalls. A gamblers life rarely ends up being a good one. Use that same dedicated mindset to not only learning a real working skill, but you might actually find some satisfaction in doing some volunteer work as well. I think that you will be surprised at 1) how fulfilling that can be and 2) it will help you gain a new perspective on life that perhaps you didn't have before. Believe it or not, its true:" Its more blessed to give than to receive."

Answer 4

You may as well keep going while you can. I'm sure if you have done the kind of research necessary to get this far you understand the importance of bank roll management and all that good stuff. I'm sure you also understand the concept of not being too greedy or getting too comfortable. Because the one thing that will mess you up is if you get labeled as a card counter. Before long you won't be able to get a game anywhere in Vegas.

So work the system in lots of different casinos. Don't be too greedy. Don't be complacent. Wear different outfits. One day wear a suit, another day wear a baseball hat. Be careful about over using the comp card. The comps will be nice, but they also let them track how often you play and how much money you make. If they see lots of repeated trips to their black jack table and lots of winning sessions, they will get suspicious.

I honestly question how long you can keep this life style up for. There are lots of pitfalls, and at some point in the future you may end up banned from playing. But take things steady and see how it goes. I'd also learn some Texas Hold'em, because the house doesn't care who wins at that game. You are taking money from inferior players as opposed to the casino.

But good luck, and long may it continue.

Answer 5

depends on how good you really are at counting cards. play when its favorable, sit while its not. just play with big bets and a bigger bankroll and you really should see a relatively consistent profit, but you might not be at that level yet. you might as well take advantage of those free casino vouchers, so try your luck, and if you think you can pull it off then great and if not you still have time. you can always keep practing and work, then quit when you are good enough

Answer 6

Genius,
It takes a fifth graders common sense to figure out the fact that if you could learn this black jack supersystem and make guaranteed money, so could about 5 billion other people. BUT, earth to genius, people do not do it. Why? Because all gamblers die broke. If you have no intention of raising a family or marrying someone (ie, you cannot afford to die broke) then continue doing it because you're only responsible for yourself. But, if you ever want to have a comfortable life for not only yourself but for those you love (ie, your family), get a job. You can always play black jack on the side as a hobby - albeit a very profitable one.

Answer 7

ur living my dream but u can be banned in vegas start moving round the country world to avoid detection

Answer 8

It's unsafe.

Having a job is a definite income,
gambling is gambling.

Wait until you lose, no promises that you will make profit,
and no guarantees that you won't lose everything.

It seems to be working, yeah,
but wait until it doesn't.
You will be truly screwed.

Always good to have something to fall back on.

Answer 9

As long as you don't mind throwing away EVERYTHING once your luck turns sour - which WILL happen EVENTUALLY - the I say go for it!

Just be prepared to sell your house/car, declare BANKRUPTCY, or WHATEVER you might have to do to keep the money flowing ;););););)

Answer 10

Yes, it is very dangerous and it can cost you your life causing you to become bankrupt and being homeless.