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What is the Minimum Money Amount to Open an Online Betting Account?

Many Gambling911.com readers ask this question:  What is the minimum to open an online wagering account to start betting?

While the amount differs between sportsbooks, typically $25 to $50 is required to fund an account before you can start wagering.  $50 to $100 is usually the amount needed to take advantage of bonus offers.

Actual bet minimums can be as low as $1 though $10 to $25 is the average wager placed online ($50 via the phone).

Examples from various online sportsbooks appear below. 

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mar/20/2014

ASU vs. Texas Point Spread: Arizona State Just 2-9 as an Underdog

The ASU vs. Texas point spread had the Longhorns as a -2 favorite at AceSportsbook.com, where you can wager on this one live.

 

Can either team figure out what's gone wrong? Texas and Arizona State come in with identical 2-5 records over their past seven games.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Mar/19/2014

Harvard vs. Cincinnati Point Spread at Bearcats -3

The Harvard vs. Cincinnati point spread had the Bearcats as a -3 favorite Thursday at AceSportsbook.com, where you can wager on this one live.

This will likely be one of the most watched and wagered on games of the day.  Number 12 seed Harvard only had four losses on the season while number 5 seeded Cincinnati had 6 losses on the season.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Mar/19/2014

Can I Bet Online Using My Mobile Device? Iphone, Android, Blackberry Included

We get this question a lot and the answer is a resounding “YES”.  You can place bets online using your iPhone, Android and Blackberry mobile devices at nearly all online sportsbooks.  Most also offer betting via an iPad.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Mar/19/2014

NCAA Tournament Game Betting Lines 2014 (Updated)

SportsBetting.ag has updated NCAA Tournament game betting lines for 2014 (as of Wednesday).  All of these games can be wagered on LIVE IN-PLAY.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mar/19/2014

What Are Good Sports Betting Sites for Gambling on the NCAA Tournament?

There are some great sports betting sites to wager on for this NCAA Tournament, each with unique offerings.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mar/19/2014

BYU vs. Oregon Point Spread – NCAA Tournament 2nd Round

The BYU vs. Oregon point spread for the 2014 NCAA Tournament 2nd Round had the Ducks as a -5.5 favorite at SportsBetting.ag, where you can claim up to $1000 in FREE BETS here.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mar/19/2014

2nd Season of Sports Betting Reality Show ‘Money Talks’ Debuts Tonight

CNBC renewed the controversial sports betting reality show “Money Talks”, which premieres Wednesday night (March 19) at 10 pm EDT.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/19/2014

Iowa vs. Tennessee Free Pick From Don Best TV (Video)

The folks from Don Best TV have a free pick for Wednesday night’s Iowa vs. Tennessee NCAA Tournament game.  Bet this one LIVE IN-PLAY right up to the final second here.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mar/19/2014

Atlantic City Mayor: New Jersey Locked Out of March Madness Betting Unfair

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (Associated Press) — By this time, New Jersey figured it would be raking in the bets on professional and college sports.

But with its two-year bid to offer legal sports betting stalled and relying on a long-shot appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court, the only madness this March will bring New Jersey is anger that things did not turn out quite the way it hoped.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/19/2014

Odds to Win 2014 South Regional Men’s NCAA Basketball Tournament

Odds to win the 2014 South Regional Men’s NCAA Basketball Tournament were available at Sportsbook.com.  Place your 1st bet, get your 2nd bet for FREE (up to $100) here.

Submitted by Carrie Stroup on, Mar/19/2014

Barackatology: Obama March Madness Pick is On Michigan State (Video)

For those of you who place your March Madness bet or make your office pool picks based on what the President of the United States has to offer, Gambling911.com can now reveal that President Barack Obama has picked Michigan State to win the 2014 NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship.  Michigan State pays 6-1 odds to win the Championship at Sportsbook.com.

Submitted by Carrie Stroup on, Mar/19/2014

Odds to Win 2014 NCAA Basketball Championship – Iowa State, UCLA, Creighton

Here are the odds to win the 2014 NCAA Basketball Championship for Iowa State, UCLA and Creighton.   Place your 1st bet at Sportsbook.com and receive your 2nd bet for FREE here.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Mar/18/2014

Are There Any College Basketball Betting Apps for March Madness?

While there are no College Basketball betting apps per se, most online sportsbook allow customers to place bets on their mobile phones and even their iPads.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Mar/18/2014

Dayton vs. Ohio State Point Spread at Buckeyes -6

The Dayton vs. Ohio State point spread had the Buckeyes as a -6 favorite.  This line appears to be right on the money.  Sign up today at AceSportsbook.com, and they will match your initial deposit with a 100% Free Play!  Live In-Play Wagering and Mobile Gambling Available. 

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Mar/18/2014

What Are Some Best Bets for This Year’s College Basketball Tourney? (2014)

ESPN.com has published a number of best bets for the 2014 Men’s College Basketball Tourney.  Expert sports handicapping picks like those found at Gambling911.com should also be compared as we never really knew ESPN to be in the sports betting business.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Mar/18/2014

Fred Done Done With Manchester United: Refunds Bets to Win Premier League

BetFred.com’s colorful founder Fred Done has been widely criticized in the past for refusing (at least for a short while) to pay an Olympian’s granny the bet she placed on her long shot grandson and, more recently, proposing to slash employee salaries in half (something that does not appear to have come to fruition just yet).

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Mar/18/2014

How Much Will be Bet on This Year’s NCAA March Madness Tournament?

Thinking about betting on this year’s NCAA Basketball Tournament?  You’re not alone.  If you’re wondering how much money will be bet on this year’s March Madness, here’s your answer…

Approximately $12 billion was wagered on last year’s tournament with one quarter of that being bet in office pools.

Compare that number to this year’s Super Bowl, arguably the most wagered on single day sporting event.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mar/18/2014

Can I Bet On College Basketball Games Online Using a Credit Card?

Credit cards are one of the most popular ways to fund an online betting account, including to place wagers on College Basketball games.

BetOnline

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mar/18/2014

Ladbrokes Boss Rewarded £4.7m: 85 Per Cent Pay Raise: Still Faces August Axe

Richard Glynn may be on the hot seat if he can’t turn things around at the UK’s second largest bookmaker, Ladbrokes.  Glynn has already been issued a dire warning that he will be getting the axe come August if financials don’t improve come August.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Mar/18/2014

NCAA Tournament Championship Odds to Win: Wisconsin, Michigan, Villanova

Wisconsin, Michigan and Villanova odds to win the 2014 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament Championship appear below and were available for betting at Bookmaker here, where you can wager LIVE IN-PLAY right up to the final second

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Mar/18/2014

Mount St. Marys vs. Albany New York Point Spread

The Mount St. Marys vs. Albany New York point spread had Albany NY as a -2.5 favorite.  Some books still had the number at -2.  Action slightly favored Albany.  Use your credit card to bet this game LIVE, every play right up to the final minute at BetOnline and claim up to $1000 in FREE BETS here.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Mar/18/2014

NC State v. Xavier Free Pick - NCAA Tournament Lines

The NC State vs. Xavier game now had Xavier as a -3.5 favorite after opening at -1.  Heavy action was being reported on the Wolfpack for this Midwest Region First Round game.  Use your credit card to bet this game LIVE, every play right up to the final minute at BetOnline and claim up to $1000 in FREE BETS here.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Mar/18/2014

What Are The Odds of Syracuse Winning the NCAA Basketball Championship

The odds of Syracuse winning the NCAA Basketball Championship were set at 20/1, which is definitely some great value.

Syracuse, ranked at number 11, fell to North Carolina State on Friday. 

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Mar/17/2014

Odds to Win 2014 NCAA Basketball Championship: Michigan St, Louisville, Virginia

Odds to win the 2014 NCAA Basketball Championship for Michigan State were +550, Louisville 6/1 and Virginia 12/1.  All odds courtesy of SportsBetting.ag, where you can bet all of these games LIVE IN-PLAY right up to the final minute.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Mar/17/2014

March Madness Betting Lines and Odds 2014: Who the Public is Backing

Most of the March Madness betting lines and odds are up but heavy lopsided action on some games is bound to lead to movements, some dramatic. Bet online at SportsBettingOnline.com and receive up to 10 percent back on your losses weekly or get a 50 percent cash bonus up to $500.  Wager from your smartphone.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Mar/17/2014

What Are Some Good March Madness Betting Trends, Tips, Strategies?

You’re about to start betting on this year’s March Madness, but before you do so it is vital to find all the latest betting trends, tips and strategies.

Not to pat ourselves on the back….okay, we will….Gambling911.com picks have been doing quite well this season as you can see here

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Mar/17/2014

Pittsburgh vs. Colorado Point Spread at Panthers -5.5

The Pittsburgh vs. Colorado point spread had the Panthers as a -5.5 favorite for the 2nd round of the 2014 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament.  Sign up today at AceSportsbook.com, and they will match your initial deposit with a 100% Free PlayLive In-Play Wagering and Mobile Gambling Available. 

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Mar/17/2014

What is a Good Pay Per Head for College Basketball Betting: ‘Seeds and Snubs’

Looking for a good Pay Per Head for all your College Basketball betting needs?  Look no further than WagerHome.com.  Here we check out some of this season’s March Madness seeds and snubs, courtesy of our friends at WagerHome.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Mar/17/2014

Wichita State Shockers Odds to Win 2014 NCAA Basketball Championship at 15-1

The Wichita State Shockers odds of winning the 2014 NCAA Basketball Championship were coming in at 15-1 at Bookmaker.eu.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Mar/17/2014

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