Whether you’re a sports betting enthusiast or a casual fan, the Internet has given you the opportunity to place wagers on any number of events. But before you start making your bets, you need to familiarize yourself with the betting options available at a sportsbook. Here are some of the key factors to keep in mind.
First and foremost, look at the reputation of the sportsbook. A good sportsbook should have a high payout percentage and a variety of betting props. You also need to check the minimum deposit and wagering limits of the sportsbook. You can also find out about the payment methods and FAQs at the sportsbook.
In Running (“Live”) bets are only available on matches that are marked as live. However, the Operator may decide to suspend betting on a particular event. If so, all bets placed on that match will be refunded.
Period Betting (also known as Time Betting) is a form of betting on the outcome of a single event. In Period Betting, bets are settled according to the results of the game, including time for stoppages. Period Betting is only available for matches that are scheduled to last more than 5 minutes.
Live betting is available for Football. Bets are settled on the final score of the match at the end of the first half. However, for matches marked as “2nd half,” overtime will not be taken into account.
Mix parlay bets are combinations of multiple selections of different matches. Unless the outcome of the game affects the other bets in the parlay, this type of bet is not allowed.