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What is a Vig?

Understanding crucial concepts to become a more profitable sportsbettor!

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Written by Chris Tashjian
Updated over a week ago

If you want to be a profitable sports bettor, understanding the vig (also called the juice, tax, hold, etc) is non-negotiable.

In this video, ‪we break down what the vig is, how sportsbooks use it to make money, and—most importantly—how it affects your bottom line as a bettor.

You'll learn:

✅ What the vig/juice actually is

✅ How to calculate the vig

✅ How it impacts your break-even percentage

✅ What does devigging mean?

✅ Tips for minimizing vig and finding +EV bets

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