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You can buy in for very large amounts and the pit bosses will take note of how much you play. At the high denomination slots the machine tracks coin-in.
The reason why it seems like you need a credit line is that many big players go straight to the tables and ask for markers which require a line.
You are probably asking this question, because you have seen it happen so often but your play determines whether you are considered a high roller or not.
The ending and credits to the 2006 film, Casino Royale
Things like funding on line casino accounts, or contests, or adult entertainment. My credit cards object to this and throw a fit when I do it.
In answer to a question in the first answer, yes I carry no balance and pay it off monthly. Still I get flack.
Do you pay it off on schedule?
If you are in USA that problem is about to be solved by the President. A bill has passed both houses and just needs to be signed by him preventing credit card companies from working with online casinos thus stopping online betting. If you have credit problems I'd suggest seeking professional help or at the least pulling the plug on internet access until this bill is law. Good luck!
Those machines give the best odds and payouts when you play the max lines at the max wager everytime. I would start at the 1 cent or 5 cent ones first so you can get a feel for how much those spins are actually going to cost you before moving up though.
personal credit card, checking account info, debit card or other banking method at casino? Have you encountered any bad experiences, i.e., more funds being taken from your personal account?
This page has a large list of casino payment options for US and all the other players - http://www.smartplayers.net/PaymentOptio ns.htm
There is also a Neteller tutorials and short reviews of the benefits of using the methods.
No Dice: Casino Lawsuit Filed by Terry Watanabe - personal injury ...
A multi-millionaire from Nebraska has sued the Harrah's casinos because he claims that Harrah's knowingly took advantage of his gambling addiction, to the tune of over $100 million.
CNBC reports that Terrance "Terry" Watanabe has filed a lawsuit which accuses Harrah's of supplying him with luxurious suites, alcohol, and prescription drugs in order to take prey upon the weaknesses of the gambling addict.
He claims that Harrah's efforts succeeded in costing him over $100 million. Mr. Watanabe is known as a philanthropist who made his fortune from running Oriental Trading Co. in Omaha, Nebraska. He alleges that Harrah's was well aware of his wealth and that he is a gambling addict.
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