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I just love answering these poker questions. Here’s another: Question: Im going on holiday soon, and ive learnt how to play poker. And i have learnt that poker doesn’t entirely rely on luck. And that there is a simple formula which can work out pot odds and outs. To win. If you know one please can you give it me. and can you leave the equation in its simplest form. Thx Answer: There is no simple formula, you can work out... 

We’ve had a reader question come in on the subject of poker. Let’s take a look: Question: I was at the casino today and my friend was trying to convince me that poker is purely luck and you win by being a good bluffer. I argued that there has to be some skill involved, otherwise anyone with a good poker face could be a professional. Assuming you know how to play poker/know the rules, is it a game of luck or skill? P.S.- I understand... 

What’s this week’s poker question? Let’s dive straight in… Question: I have yet to learn how to play poker. I like my chances Answer: As I have posted before: I did so for a few years during college. It is possible if you put in the time and effort and are of at least average intelligence. You must have good bankroll management, control over your emotions, and the time to play. It is NOT easy. It is utterly frustrating... 

What a great poker question: Question: What do these mean? Call check bet raise Your handed two cards where your given a choice to fold, check, raise. What am i doing when im checking exactly?? Lets say the dealer gives me a Jack and a 9 if he deals out a 7, 8, 10 wouldnt that give me a straight flush? I was trying out party pokers training game and im still confused. I sort of know what raise and fold is i just dont really know when to... 

A tough poker question this week. Let’s dive straight in Question: can you teach me Answer: Daisy is Smitten.It is my Daisy,I thought somebody was trying to copy your beautiful name.I’m not good at poker.Somebody started to show me how to play,but it’s been a while and i don’t remember anything about poker.  Read More →

Well here’s a question I just had to answering straight away: Question: I’m really into playing poker (mostly texas hold ‘em) and i need to know everything about how to play poker (texas hold ‘em) Answer: Watch it on TV, read books by the pros, and then practice with real money. If you just play for fun you wouldn’t mind going all-in because you have nothing to lose. Playing with real money is the way to... 

This week’s question is as follows: Question: Some friends of mine are thinking of starting a poker night, I was curious on how the rules would be idealy. If there was no dealer, would the shuffle be done by each player once? Would the raising and calling take place before and/or after changing cards? If we were to play with a 100 $ each per night, what would be the best limits to have a good fun game. I need some experieced helps,... 

This week’s question is a good one. Let’s have a look: Question: i would like to learn how to play poker. anyone who knows some good websites for beginners? Answer: www.homepokertourney.com One of the most in depth sites about hosing a poker tourney (including rules) online.  Read More →

This week’s question is as follows: Question: How to Play Poker Tournament Online? Answer: Some places you can learn how to play poker tournaments online and some tips: http://www.pokertips.org/ http://www.pokerhelper.com/  Read More →