Making money is a universal interest for most people. Even a casual browser of MoneyPantry knows that I, too, share that passion!
But the approximate odds of winning serious money are much lower: 1 in 4,000 for the $100 second prize and 1 in 600,000 for the $1,000 grand prize. The True Cost of Playing the Lottery If the lottery’s. One of the common ways to earn money from home on the internet is by solving crossword puzzles. Crosswords are well-known for being a fun and entertaining pastime. They can be challenging at times and are loved for their complexity and uniqueness. There are numerous websites that allow you to solve crossword puzzles and win real money.
I also like free money, which is why I have talked about, and listed 40 companies that give you practically free money, before.
But today, I’m not going to talk about making money or somebody giving it for free.
Instead, let’s talk about winning money!
That’s right, today I’m going to talk about how to win money online. Whether it is contests, sweepstakes, or lotteries, we’d all like to win something once in a while. So this article is dedicated to those ways you can get money that are more unlikely, but have greater rewards than normal.
While there are several ways to go about it, winning money online isn’t quite as easy as making it. That is because there is such a limited number of options to “win” compared to the very broad idea of “making” money.
But rest assured, there are ways to win.
The best way to is to enter sweepstakes, which we’ll talk about in a moment.
Now there is a difference between sweepstakes and contests, or lotteries. It is most definitely a sweepstakes which will give you the most bang for your buck.
Below, I’ll list some options for winning money. These should give you some ideas behind the process and help get you started!
I’ll put this one front-and-center because it is the most tried and direct method of simply winning money.
What do you do?
You enter the sweepstakes. Then you hope you win. That’s it.
A sweepstakes is different from a contest or a lottery in that it is the most “free.” A contest requires some kind of entry, usually a display of skill like writing an essay. A lottery requires that you purchase participation. Sweepstakes, on the other hand, are free entry and free payout (the best of both worlds!)
If you want to get going with sweepstakes, here are some legitimate places to enter:
While we know that this isn’t the absolute best option, it is a definitely way to win money online.
Do be careful and make sure you scam-check the site before participating. A quick Google search for “(site name) + scam” will tell you what you need to know.
Make sure not to sink too much money by participating in online lotteries. The goal here is to leave with more money!
As you may recall in my list of ways to earn extra cash in 2016, there are sites where you (and others) come together to bet on your own weight loss.
The premise is simple: bet your money, set your goal, lose that weight. If you don’t meet your goal, you lose the money. If you win, you win the money. It’s a win-win.
MoneyCroc has an interesting premise: refresh the page until you earn money. You can choose what amount you’re trying to win, and you have a higher chance of success with lower amounts of money.
The public opinion on MoneyCroc is split. On one hand, there are no explicit complaints of scamming. On the other hand, there are few explicit statements of winning money. This one is undecided, but you may as well take a look for yourself.
An option just for you SwagBucks users out there. A few SwagBucks will get you an entry into one of their sweepstakes, which will net smaller gains than a normal sweepstakes, but also have less competition.
This is a good option for the more prudent readers out there, who are interested in making small gains. If you are already a SB user, there’s no reason not to enter these periodically and try your luck.
While I can’t directly recommend that you go gamble online (the legality varies by area,) I must point out that there are ways to do it.
In the US particularly, there have been movements in the last decade to limit or eliminate online gambling. So if you are a US resident, read up very carefully before you start!
Furthermore, I must point out that this is a risky option. Losing money is the opposite of what you want to accomplish here, so be careful! However, if you would like to read more, this website has a lot of good information.
My parting thoughts are that it is absolutely possible to win money online! There aren’t quite as many ways to do it as I’d like, but it is good to know that it is possible.
While I did list some non-free options up above, I must reiterate to never spend more than a few dollars on this sort of thing. There is nothing wrong with dropping a few bucks for a chance at much more, but if you take farther than that, you might end up getting burned.
However, there’s no reason not to sign up for all the sweepstakes in the world. So if you get the opportunity, do it! Though, you might want to make a separate email account.
Want to know how to improve your craps game? Craps is all about the betting, not the dice roll. Knowing when and how to bet will make you invincible when you play craps—whether you play craps online or in casinos. These 5 simple tips on how to win at craps will improve your odds of winning while playing craps.
There are 11 numbers possible with a pair of dice; some easier to roll than others.
Those unfamiliar with the game of craps are usually put off by the large betting fields and seemingly endless rules and betting combinations. But the secret to winning at craps is to have some sort of understanding of the house edge, so you know when, where, and why to bet on each roll of the dice. All casino games are based on probability, so a little understanding of the math behind the game goes a long way. Some bets are better than others—and often at different times during the game.
Follow the basic strategy outlined below; it’s easy to remember and to implement. Get ready to boost your bankroll and your craps skills with these 5 easy-to-master tips.
1. Don’t Pass and Don’t Come With Odds
The rule of thumb is as follows: Put the smallest amount on the Don’t Pass or the Don’t Come lines and wager the largest amount behind them. The house edge is on the Don’t Pass/Don’t Come bets, which only pay out 1:1 if you win. But the player has the advantage on the Free Odds bets (those behind the don’t pass/don’t come line), which pay out at the actual mathematical odds. This means if you play it right, the house has no advantage at all.
Free Odds bets are the only bets in the casino where the house has no advantage. It’s important to bet in the right increments, because most casinos won’t pay out in fractional dollars. For example: Free Odds payouts on 6 and 8 are at a 6:5 ratio (i.e. bet $5 get paid $6), so bet in increments of $5. Free Odds payouts on 5 and 9 are at a 3:2 ratio, so bet in increments of $2. Free Odds payouts on 4 and 10 are 2:1, so bet in whatever increments you like.
Instead of waiting for the shooter to establish a point, pick your own numbers: 6 or 8. When you’re playing in multiples of $6.00 (or the currency of your choice), place the 6 or 8 place-to-win bet. The 1.52% house edge makes this bet a popular choice. The winning bets are paid at 7:6 odds, which means that you’ll be paid out $7 when you bet $6 and the number hits.
The 6 and 8 are the most frequently rolled numbers other than 7. Stay away from other place bets because the house edge is higher: 4% on 5 or 9 and 6.67% on 4 or 10.
This tip is the opposite of the previous tip. You’re betting on the shooter to lose, which might make you ‘unpopular’ at a table cheering on the shooter. But you’re not gambling for them; you’re playing the odds. Place a $5 bet on the table and announce “6 (or 8) to lose.” If the 7 shows (which is a very high frequency number) then you win $4.00 as the house edge is only 1.82%. Remember, there are 11 numbers that can be rolled with a pair of dice and some numbers are much easier to roll (come up more frequently) than others. Check out the list below of numbers and the ways to roll them:
2 – one way – 1-1
3 – two ways – 1-2, 2-1
4 – three ways – 1-3, 2-2, 3-1
5 – four ways – 1-4, 2-3, 3-2, 4-1
6 – five ways – 1-5, 2-4, 3-3, 4-2, 5-1
7 – six ways – 1-6, 2-5, 3-4, 4-3, 5-2, 6-1
8 – five ways – 2-6, 3-5, 4-4, 5-3, 6-2
9 – four ways – 3-6, 4-5, 5-4, 6-3
10 – three ways – 4-6, 5-5, 6-4
11 – two ways – 5-6, 6-5
2 – one way – 6-6
This tip is similar to the place the 6 or 8 to lose but the payouts are much higher as, while there are six ways to roll a 7, there are only three ways to roll a 4 or a 10 as opposed to five ways to roll a 6 or 8. In this case you take the more “optimistic” approach and place $20 on the table and say “Lay against the 4 (or 10).” If you win, you get back $40!
You must pay the house a 5% commission to make lay bets, but they pay out at true odds. Also, you’re betting against the shooter, so try not to gloat if you win large amounts betting against them. And if you’re playing craps online, you’re not offending anyone.
In this bet, you put down $8.00 (remember you have to bet in increments of $2 as the odds are 3:2, meaning for every $2 you bet you get $3 if you win) and bet that the numbers above will lose. Why? The house edge on this type of bet is low – only 2.5% so when the 7 shows (again, that happens often), you’ll win $5.00.
In addition to these tips, always remember that craps is a negative expectation game, so the longer you play, the higher the chances you have of losing. But this is how casinos stay in business, and how the house edges make or break bettors who don’t make smart bets—or know when to walk away.
These are 5 of the most effective bets to make on craps to win. By reducing the house odds you are increasing your own chances of winning big when the table is hot. Try this for yourself at Slots of Vegas Craps Table today and walk away a winner!
See also: “Fall in love with the game of craps”