It appears that most are NOT in the habit of tipping the ticket writers, but I get the impression that most who have answered are recreational players.
And you're a Pro?
Ofcourse most are recreational players, wiseguys and pro's do not post often if ever.
Just go to M resort they took a 2k bet from me on a college football total last season
Trust me that is huge as almost all books have strict limits on college football totals.
Quote Originally Posted by glue-sniffer:
It appears that most are NOT in the habit of tipping the ticket writers, but I get the impression that most who have answered are recreational players.
And you're a Pro?
Ofcourse most are recreational players, wiseguys and pro's do not post often if ever.
Just go to M resort they took a 2k bet from me on a college football total last season
Trust me that is huge as almost all books have strict limits on college football totals.
Ofcourse most are recreational players, wiseguys and pro's do not post often if ever.
Just go to M resort they took a 2k bet from me on a college football total last season
Trust me that is huge as almost all books have strict limits on college football totals.
Yes, I'm a pro. I don't hang in this forum frequently enough to know if "wiseguys" ever post here, but I know there are a handful that post across the street at the site connected to the Betislands fiasco. At least they used to, but that site seems to be dead in recent months.
I know the "M" and affiliates have the highest limits, but they get a very small percentage of my action as they either do not offer what I bet into or I find better prices elsewhere.
I believe the strict totals you are referring to in most Vegas books for CFA totals is $1k...correct? I would be surprised if they were any lower than that.
Quote Originally Posted by mafioso:
And you're a Pro?
Ofcourse most are recreational players, wiseguys and pro's do not post often if ever.
Just go to M resort they took a 2k bet from me on a college football total last season
Trust me that is huge as almost all books have strict limits on college football totals.
Yes, I'm a pro. I don't hang in this forum frequently enough to know if "wiseguys" ever post here, but I know there are a handful that post across the street at the site connected to the Betislands fiasco. At least they used to, but that site seems to be dead in recent months.
I know the "M" and affiliates have the highest limits, but they get a very small percentage of my action as they either do not offer what I bet into or I find better prices elsewhere.
I believe the strict totals you are referring to in most Vegas books for CFA totals is $1k...correct? I would be surprised if they were any lower than that.
"Heavy" to me is when plays are made and the the writer says "Key" and then a Supervisor walks over and makes a decision on wether or not to take my action.
The point of my original post is this....my action is "heavy" and the sportsbooks don't exactly roll out the red carpet when they see me coming. Naturally, I would like good relationships going forward with the sportsbooks I play at and just wanted to make sure I am not committing a Vegas Sportsbook Faux Pas by not tipping ticket writers.
It appears that most are NOT in the habit of tipping the ticket writers, but I get the impression that most who have answered are recreational players.
So you just answered your own question no? Why would the ticket writer have any say in whether or not your bet gets placed? That's like saying the pit boss isn't going to comp you dinner if you don't tip the dealers enough.
So you're a pro and this is your business. Would you run a liquor supply business and tip the dock workers so the management would buy more of your product? Do you really think in a multi-billion dollar industry anyone in management cares if their lowest employee on the totem pool gets tipped? You might be able to make an argument at the Wynn resorts where the management gets a share of the tips, but even then they aren't going to not accept your bets at the tables because of it.
Tipping has gotten out of hand in this city. Even the workers at fat burger have their tip jars out now. I will tip a server, valet, dealer, cocktail waitress and bartenders, but the guy who sat there to take my order for a cheeseburger at inflated prices in a casino I have to tip now as well?
Quote Originally Posted by glue-sniffer:
"Heavy" to me is when plays are made and the the writer says "Key" and then a Supervisor walks over and makes a decision on wether or not to take my action.
The point of my original post is this....my action is "heavy" and the sportsbooks don't exactly roll out the red carpet when they see me coming. Naturally, I would like good relationships going forward with the sportsbooks I play at and just wanted to make sure I am not committing a Vegas Sportsbook Faux Pas by not tipping ticket writers.
It appears that most are NOT in the habit of tipping the ticket writers, but I get the impression that most who have answered are recreational players.
So you just answered your own question no? Why would the ticket writer have any say in whether or not your bet gets placed? That's like saying the pit boss isn't going to comp you dinner if you don't tip the dealers enough.
So you're a pro and this is your business. Would you run a liquor supply business and tip the dock workers so the management would buy more of your product? Do you really think in a multi-billion dollar industry anyone in management cares if their lowest employee on the totem pool gets tipped? You might be able to make an argument at the Wynn resorts where the management gets a share of the tips, but even then they aren't going to not accept your bets at the tables because of it.
Tipping has gotten out of hand in this city. Even the workers at fat burger have their tip jars out now. I will tip a server, valet, dealer, cocktail waitress and bartenders, but the guy who sat there to take my order for a cheeseburger at inflated prices in a casino I have to tip now as well?
"Heavy" to me is when plays are made and the the writer says "Key" and then a Supervisor walks over and makes a decision on wether or not to take my action.
The point of my original post is this....my action is "heavy" and the sportsbooks don't exactly roll out the red carpet when they see me coming. Naturally, I would like good relationships going forward with the sportsbooks I play at and just wanted to make sure I am not committing a Vegas Sportsbook Faux Pas by not tipping ticket writers.
It appears that most are NOT in the habit of tipping the ticket writers, but I get the impression that most who have answered are recreational players.
tipping anybody especially when they are not expecting it never hurts
Quote Originally Posted by glue-sniffer:
"Heavy" to me is when plays are made and the the writer says "Key" and then a Supervisor walks over and makes a decision on wether or not to take my action.
The point of my original post is this....my action is "heavy" and the sportsbooks don't exactly roll out the red carpet when they see me coming. Naturally, I would like good relationships going forward with the sportsbooks I play at and just wanted to make sure I am not committing a Vegas Sportsbook Faux Pas by not tipping ticket writers.
It appears that most are NOT in the habit of tipping the ticket writers, but I get the impression that most who have answered are recreational players.
tipping anybody especially when they are not expecting it never hurts
Yes, I'm a pro. I don't hang in this forum frequently enough to know if "wiseguys" ever post here, but I know there are a handful that post across the street at the site connected to the Betislands fiasco. At least they used to, but that site seems to be dead in recent months.
I know the "M" and affiliates have the highest limits, but they get a very small percentage of my action as they either do not offer what I bet into or I find better prices elsewhere.
I believe the strict totals you are referring to in most Vegas books for CFA totals is $1k...correct? I would be surprised if they were any lower than that.
Correct, and the Rio refused a 550 dollar under bet on North Carolina @ East Carolina they said 500 is the max.
So Yes, there are some books that go lower on College Football Totals.
Quote Originally Posted by glue-sniffer:
Yes, I'm a pro. I don't hang in this forum frequently enough to know if "wiseguys" ever post here, but I know there are a handful that post across the street at the site connected to the Betislands fiasco. At least they used to, but that site seems to be dead in recent months.
I know the "M" and affiliates have the highest limits, but they get a very small percentage of my action as they either do not offer what I bet into or I find better prices elsewhere.
I believe the strict totals you are referring to in most Vegas books for CFA totals is $1k...correct? I would be surprised if they were any lower than that.
Correct, and the Rio refused a 550 dollar under bet on North Carolina @ East Carolina they said 500 is the max.
So Yes, there are some books that go lower on College Football Totals.
People who usually did tip either had multiple tickets/parlays
or won something big.
I use to get tipped a lot but it was the silver of the horse action.
Other dealers would ask about it and laugh they left you
20, 40 or 60 cents.
But when their group kept coming to my window and leaving
more and more silver, betting almost every race it adds up quick.
The made a few small bets on some games and wanted the drink tickets. I told them the policy and also how to drink almost free the whole day, so they kept coming back and tipping for the info.
I use to work at the sportsbook in CP in vegas.
Most people dont tip, I wasnt expecting it.
People who usually did tip either had multiple tickets/parlays
or won something big.
I use to get tipped a lot but it was the silver of the horse action.
Other dealers would ask about it and laugh they left you
20, 40 or 60 cents.
But when their group kept coming to my window and leaving
more and more silver, betting almost every race it adds up quick.
The made a few small bets on some games and wanted the drink tickets. I told them the policy and also how to drink almost free the whole day, so they kept coming back and tipping for the info.
I worked as a sportsbook writer, and I didn't care if I made a tip or not, but some of the writers I worked with expected it. The thing is that you don't know what that person may have dropped, he could be breaking even on a 4k ticket. It doesn't hurt to tip the writer if your winning, but if the writer expects it, forget it. You will get talked about behind your back and they will slow the service hoping you get shut out if your betting last minute.
I worked as a sportsbook writer, and I didn't care if I made a tip or not, but some of the writers I worked with expected it. The thing is that you don't know what that person may have dropped, he could be breaking even on a 4k ticket. It doesn't hurt to tip the writer if your winning, but if the writer expects it, forget it. You will get talked about behind your back and they will slow the service hoping you get shut out if your betting last minute.
If your cashing tickets over $500 giving the guy a few bucks wont kill ya & can only benefit ya, want to be remembered & have a good relationship bring em a dozen donuts they'll never forget you
tipping sportsbook staff only gets ya more drink tickets instead of giving you one for $100+ bets they'll give ya a handfull if they can
If your cashing tickets over $500 giving the guy a few bucks wont kill ya & can only benefit ya, want to be remembered & have a good relationship bring em a dozen donuts they'll never forget you
tipping sportsbook staff only gets ya more drink tickets instead of giving you one for $100+ bets they'll give ya a handfull if they can
glue, it depends on how you approach things. If you're using the same sportsbook for all your trips, it behooves you to tip and make conversation. It never hurts to make friends with the folks who handle your money. Some of the books - Cantor comes to mind - are staffed with young guys who can hook you up with all kinds of things. A simple "So, what's going on tonight?" can lead to some pretty good stuff once someone knows you carry four digits worth of cash.
On the other hand, if you're betting at a place like Ceasar's where the old fogies are writing tickets and management is only concerned with Blackjack, your return on tips will be minimal.
Always tip at LVH. That's holy ground.
glue, it depends on how you approach things. If you're using the same sportsbook for all your trips, it behooves you to tip and make conversation. It never hurts to make friends with the folks who handle your money. Some of the books - Cantor comes to mind - are staffed with young guys who can hook you up with all kinds of things. A simple "So, what's going on tonight?" can lead to some pretty good stuff once someone knows you carry four digits worth of cash.
On the other hand, if you're betting at a place like Ceasar's where the old fogies are writing tickets and management is only concerned with Blackjack, your return on tips will be minimal.
Not a good analogy imo.
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