Monthly Archives: May 2020

35 Years of Advantage Play – Part 4

Posted on May 28, 2020 by queen of comps

Last week I took a slight detour off memory lane for a news flash about a possible tax break being considered that might be of interest to both recreational and more serious casino gamblers.  (If you want more info about … Continue reading →

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News Flash

Posted on May 21, 2020 by queen of comps

I am temporarily stopping my memory serial  about Brad’s and my 35-year walk down the path of casino advantage play to bring you some possibly good news for gamblers during this terrible pandemic. Gaming industry leaders are once again seeking to … Continue reading →

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35 Years of Advantage Play – Part 3

Posted on May 15, 2020 by queen of comps

1989 was a major transitional year in our lives.  The government was in the midst of a RIF (reduction in force) for civil service employees.  Brad had in his 30 years at Naval Avionics in Indianapolis, but although he was … Continue reading →

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35 Years of Advantage Play – Part 2

Posted on May 9, 2020 by queen of comps

The saga continues.  After I posted Part 1 and then re-read it, I realized how the “background material” was overwhelming the “financial report.”  I must tighten up and quit rambling I said to myself.  But then I read all the … Continue reading →

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35 Years of Advantage Play – Part 1

Posted on May 4, 2020 by queen of comps

I’ve dragged out boxes full of hard-copy gambling records from the last 35 years. They safely survived two major moves – from Indianapolis to Las Vegas and now to Georgia, where they are scattered all over my office. When every … Continue reading →

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