Why do we love sports betting? It's simple, fun, and it gives us an opportunity to make some money!

The statement I'm about to make will most certainly shock any sports bettor who reads it. While most of us are under the impression that everyone betting sports wins long term, so long as they bet often enough, this isn't actually true.

Beginners shouldn't rush off to start placing wagers just yet though. Gambling is, by its very nature, a risk-ridden way to fill your time or even to try and make money. But, when done sensibly, it can also be a fun and exciting addition to watching sport. You see, as simple as sports betting is, it's not exactly easy to get everything right when you're just starting out. Approach things in the wrong way and it's unlikely that you'll enjoy sports betting at all. Not to mention, you certainly won't be on the right path towards making a profit.

But how do you make the most of your bet? Most people who want to place bets on sports are fans to begin with. It isn't unheard of for a gambler to place some sports bets, especially during big games like the Super Bowl or the NCAA basketball Final Four, but for the most part, sports bettors are sports fans looking to use their knowledge of a game or of a game's players to earn a little extra cash. What's the best way to get round the bookies' tricks that try and pull you through their doors?

Being a fan of a particular sport, a team, a college or professional squad-these are all precursors to placing sports bet. Sports betting is also a way for a fan to get in on the action of the game, with something more than self-respect at stake. It's all about finding the best value for money.

• How to Place a Bet
• Know your sport inside out
• How Much to Bet
• The favourite doesn't always win
• The fewer selections, the better
• Avoid the temptation of odds-on prices
• Consider the less obvious markets
• Make sure you understand the markets
• Don't bet with your heart

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