Avoiding Book Limits
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When you're deep into arbitrage betting using AVO, maintaining a low profile with sportsbooks is key. Here's how to stay under the radar and keep your betting accounts unrestricted (and keep you from having to ask your mom for her sportsbook account).
- Spread Your Bets: It's wise to vary your betting lines. For example, if you've placed a bet on the Pittsburgh Steelers with a -6.5 spread, wait a while before placing another bet on them with an -8.5 spread on the same sportsbook. Sportsbooks monitor for patterns that seem out of the ordinary, and too much focus on the same outcome can lead to account scrutiny.
- Watch the Odds: Pay close attention to the nature of the odds you're betting on. Continuously winning on bets with negative odds, such as -200, especially when these bets result in significant payouts, might alert sportsbooks. Balancing your betting by occasionally placing bets with positive odds can help mask your arbitrage activities, making your betting pattern appear more "typical" or even unprofitable from the sportsbook's perspective.
- Keep Bets Consistent: The size of your bets matters. Sudden large bets or erratic betting patterns can attract unwanted attention. Stick to a consistent betting pattern that aligns with your usual activity. This approach not only helps in managing your bankroll effectively but also reduces the chances of sportsbooks flagging your account.
- Stay Informed: Each sportsbook has its own set of rules and thresholds for limiting accounts. Familiarize yourself with these policies and adjust your betting strategy accordingly. The more informed you are about the sportsbooks you use, the better you can navigate their limitations.
- Lose on limiting books: Take advantage of the display odds feature in the wallet by setting books that tend to limit to + Odds. Bets placed on books with positive odds are more likely to lose, extending the life of the book.
The ultimate aim of these strategies is to enjoy the benefits of arbitrage betting with AVO while minimizing the risk of being limited by sportsbooks. By being strategic about where, how, and when you place your bets, you can sustain a profitable arbitrage betting practice over the long term.
