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Baccarat is one of the easier casino games to learn and is simple to play online or at a brick-and-mortar casino. The game is as simple as the main bet is a choice between two options: who will have the higher total, the Player or Banker. There is also a third possible result, a tie, though this has a very high house edge. If you want to improve your chances by leveling up your baccarat play, read on.  

Play online baccarat 

Play online baccarat to try out new strategies. Playing from the comfort and quiet of your home means that you will not be disturbed by other punters or by dealers that may rush you with “Last Bets” orders etc whilst you try out these baccarat tips. Add in flashing lights and alcohol and it is easy to feel intimidated at a land-based casino as an inexperienced player. 

Online baccarat also lets you play for lower stakes than you can find at most land-based casinos, offering demo sites where you can practice without time constraints until you want to play with real money, when you can play live dealer baccarat options, for a more exciting experience. 

Bet on the Banker

Baccarat requires no specific skill or particular actions from the bettor.  This is because the game controlled by pre-set rules which the croupier must follow. As there are variants of the game, check the rules at each casino.

The top tip is to bet on the Banker. The Banker has a house edge of 1.06 percent, whereas the house edge for betting on the Player is 1.24 percent. This means the Bank has slightly more than a 50 percent chance of winning all the time. When the banker loses, do not jump in with another bet but instead wait for the next decision.

Do not bet on a tie

If the decision in the game is a tie, neither the banker nor player losses. Treat a tie as a pause in the game.  Whilst a casino may offer you odds for a tie, the house edge is so high that it makes no sense to take the offer. 

Keeping betting sessions short

Playing short baccarat sessions with your learning of the game, but most importantly it stops players from chasing losses, which is a sure-fire way to lose your bankroll. 

Check bonus terms and conditions

Check the terms of the bonuses on offer by the casino. Most will set wagering requirements, but these can differ significantly, with some not paying out on wins made with the “bonus” money. There are so many deals, just make sure you accept the best. 

Maintain your strategy throughout the game

Changing strategy in the middle of the game can ruin the flow of your game.  If you are losing, it is better to leave the game and withdraw your money. 

Know the game

There are variants of baccarat, so always double-check the rules so that you are playing the one you are familiar with. Variants to the game include Speed Baccarat, Baccarat Squeeze, Live Dragon Tiger, and others.