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Best offshore sportsbooks for online betting?

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Christian Hernandez11 Christian Hernandez11 Member
11 messages
joined Dec 2007
#1681 ·
The bet pays out to whoever actually advances...
Richard Chase17 Richard Chase17 Newcomer
1 message
joined Feb 2014
#1682 ·
Could someone please lend me a hand regarding deposits and withdrawals?

I’ve spent quite a bit of time digging through this thread and I finally went ahead and signed up for Bet365. What I’m really trying to figure out is whether there's a way to handle my deposits and withdrawals directly from my Chase checking account without getting hit by extra fees. Additionally, I would love it if someone could walk me through any other methods that might be more efficient—ideally something that won't eat away at my potential profits through unnecessary charges.

As I mentioned, I have genuinely made an effort to read through most of this discussion, but I would still appreciate it if an experienced member could weigh in. I'm finding myself a little lost on the logistics here. Thanks in advance!
Christian Hernandez11 Christian Hernandez11 Member
11 messages
joined Dec 2007
#1683 ·
If you open a foreign currency account at JPMorgan Chase or grab a Visa card, deposits and withdrawals on DraftKings are fee-free... the only thing is you’re stuck paying about $1.75 a month for the card itself.
Andrew Morris6 Andrew Morris6 Newcomer
9 messages
joined May 2013
#1684 ·
Apologies in advance if I’ve wandered into the wrong subforum.

I was hoping to get a quick recommendation: which sportsbook—excluding DraftKings, as I’ve been using them for over two years now—offers the best odds for basketball? I’m looking at the NBA, EuroLeague, and various other leagues, with a particular focus on domestic matchups. Also, which platform has the strongest markets for Player Stats?

Thanks in advance for any insights.
steelpilot29 steelpilot29 Member
22 messages
joined Jan 2014
#1685 ·
If anyone here has an account at Wells Fargo or does business through them, my advice would be to move your money out as soon as possible. Word on the street is they might end up facing the same fate as Silicon Valley Bank or First Republic.
Gary Carter8 Gary Carter8 Newcomer
1 message
joined Dec 2013
#1686 ·
Andrew Morris6 said:Sorry if I'm posting in the wrong subforum.

I was just wondering which sportsbook offers the best value for basketball—specifically the NBA, EuroLeague, and other leagues—especially when it comes to "Player Stats"? (And please, don't suggest DraftKings; I've been using them for over two years now.)

Thanks in advance for any help.

If you're looking for single bets on games, FanDuel is easily your best bet.

As for Player Stats, there are some great options out there, though I've heard mixed things about their customer service lately.
Ashley White Ashley White Member
30 messages
joined Sep 2019
#1687 ·
Gary Carter8 said:If you're looking for single games, FanDuel is easily your best bet.

As far as Player Stats go, Marathon has a great selection, but I've come across quite a bit of negative feedback regarding their service.

Your money is safe enough assuming you have your ID and utility bills ready; my only gripe is how quickly they start slapping on limits, though I suppose every bookie does that eventually, doesn't it?
Steven Morales6 Steven Morales6 Newcomer
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joined Jul 2009
#1688 ·
I’m currently stuck in a massive headache with FanDuel trying to sort out some issues. After I sent them a mountain of paperwork, they decided to freeze my account! Now they’re breathing down my neck, demanding I send over a utility bill or some kind of document in my name that isn't older than three months 🙂

The whole thing is just ridiculous. It’s like every sportsbook is perfectly happy to take your money and count it as instant revenue, but the second you actually want to withdraw your winnings, they go into full-blown defense mode to keep their hands on your cash.
silverridge3 silverridge3 Active Member
92 messages
joined Sep 2012
#1689 ·
Steven Morales6 said:I'm currently going head-to-head with FanDuel trying to fix some issues. After I sent them a mountain of paperwork, they just froze my account. Now they’re demanding some utility bill or document in my name that isn't more than three months old.🙂
It’s funny how it works—these sportsbooks have zero issues taking your money as revenue, but the second you want a payout, they suddenly turn into the FBI and try every trick in the book to hold onto your cash.

I went through the exact same thing with BetMGM, FanDuel, and DraftKings.
But honestly, once you jump through those hoops and get it sorted, the payouts usually go through without any drama.
Sean Vaughn35 Sean Vaughn35 Member
14 messages
joined Feb 2016
#1690 ·
Hey everyone, I wanted to jump in here with a quick question—is there an online sportsbook out there that’s just a little bit slower when it comes to updating goals and other live betting markets? I’m looking for that tiny window of opportunity where I might be able to get a bet on something like a first goalscorer right before the action gets frozen. I know, I know, it sounds like a tall order, but I tend to work pretty fast, so if anyone knows of a platform that lags just enough to give me that edge, I'd love to hear it. From what I've noticed, Caesars Sportsbook tends to be about ten seconds faster on average than DraftKings, though obviously, it all really boils down to the specific match and where the game is being played. Hope you're all having a great day!
mellowdrifter14 mellowdrifter14 Member
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joined Feb 2014
#1691 ·
Sean Vaughn35 said:Hey everyone—quick question. Is there an online sportsbook out there that’s a bit slower when updating goals or other live betting elements? I’m looking for just enough of a window to get a bet in—say, a first goalscorer bet—before they lock the action. I know it sounds like a long shot, but I’m pretty quick with my hands. For instance, I’ve noticed Caesars Sportsbook tends to be about 10 seconds behind DraftKings on average, though I guess it really depends on the specific match and where you're playing from. Cheers!

BetMGM can definitely lag sometimes, but you have to realize that trying to exploit that delay is basically a losing game. Every time you attempt to snag one of those delayed bets and it doesn't clear, you end up popping up on the trader's "rejected bets monitor"—and trust me, that is the fastest way to get your account limited. Plenty of people try this tactic, but honestly, it's hard to build any real long-term profit by chasing those split seconds...
hiddenhawk112 hiddenhawk112 Newcomer
2 messages
joined Mar 2014
#1692 ·
Hey, I just opened a checking account at my bank and I’m trying to move some cash over to my PayPal, but it won't let me upload the funds. Does anyone know how I can actually transfer the money? Help me out here.
steelpilot29 steelpilot29 Member
22 messages
joined Jan 2014
#1693 ·
I was browsing online looking for something different and stumbled upon this, so I figured I'd share in case anyone finds it useful; it's a comparison between PayPal and Neteller.

http://www.vip-cashback.net/skrill-m...ler-vs-skrill/
steelpilot29 steelpilot29 Member
22 messages
joined Jan 2014
#1694 ·
hiddenhawk112 said:Hey there, I just opened a foreign currency account at my bank and set up a PayPal account. I'm planning to transfer some cash over to PayPal, but it won't let me upload the funds. Does anyone know how I can move the money? Please help.

If you want to go through your card, you'll need to "verify" it on the site first. I'm assuming you already have a card and the funds are sitting in your USD account. Just make sure to leave a little extra in your balance to cover any bank fees; once that's done, the money should be available right away. You'll need enough in the account to handle the verification process since they usually charge a small amount to confirm the link (an initial upload to your PayPal account), and once you see that transaction hit your statement, you're all set.

Another option is to do a wire transfer through your bank. You can find all the necessary transfer details directly on the PayPal website. It takes a few days to clear and the bank will charge a fee, but I think using Goldman Sachs is one of the most cost-effective ways, and you can usually set it up via online banking.

I’d recommend trying the card method first. Just a heads-up: they might ask if the funds are intended for gambling. If you say no, you could potentially find someone to help facilitate an immediate return of funds if things get tricky, giving you more flexibility afterward.
steelpilot29 steelpilot29 Member
22 messages
joined Jan 2014
#1695 ·
Steven Morales6 said:I'm currently stuck in a bit of a loop with FanDuel trying to sort things out. Even after sending over a mountain of paperwork, they’ve frozen my account and are now demanding a utility bill or some other proof of address issued within the last three months. 🙂

It really feels like every sportsbook is more than happy to take your deposits as pure profit, but the second you try to withdraw, they suddenly turn into a fortress trying to keep hold of your money.

On the bright side, at least you can rest easy knowing that nobody on this forum is going to swoop in and drain your funds just because they saw your username or email address. 😉
steelpilot29 steelpilot29 Member
22 messages
joined Jan 2014
#1696 ·
Alright, now that I've finished playing the intellectual, here's the actual reason I'm logging on... ☕

Has anyone here actually used those "betting broker" services? I’ve had a few recommendations come my way, but I’m still feeling pretty skeptical. To be honest, their business models don't quite click for me—I'm struggling to see how they stay sustainable in the long run.

Here is a list of the big names.

What I really want to know, if anyone has experience with this, is how they handle parlays? Or are these services strictly useful for high-stakes moneyline and spread betting?

Feel free to shoot me a private message if you have the inside scoop.
hiddenhawk112 hiddenhawk112 Newcomer
2 messages
joined Mar 2014
#1697 ·
steelpilot29 said:Another way is to just do a wire transfer through your bank. You can find all the payment details right on the PayPal site. It’ll take a few days to clear and you'll get hit with a bank fee, but I think JPMorgan Chase is usually the cheapest for this, and you can easily handle it through their online banking.

I'm going with the second option. If I'm reading this right, I just hit 'upload funds,' pick the bank transfer option, and then click next. It should show me their bank info so I can send the money from my account to theirs. Since I have an account at JPMorgan Chase, I'll just knock it out online.🙂
steelpilot29 steelpilot29 Member
22 messages
joined Jan 2014
#1698 ·
hiddenhawk112 said:I’m leaning toward the second option. If I’ve got this right, I just go to 'upload funds,' pick the bank transfer route, and hit next. Then their bank details should pop up so I can send the money from my account to theirs. Since I have an account with JPMorgan Chase, I can just handle everything online. 🙂

Exactly. You just open a new transaction and enter all the info step by step. Last I remember, there was a daily limit of about $2,000 (maybe more if you go into a branch?), though they might be able to bump it up for you once. Don't take my word as absolute gospel, though—it's probably best to double-check, but that's how it worked when I used it last time...
Peter Williams37 Peter Williams37 Member
12 messages
joined Oct 2006
#1699 ·
steelpilot29 said:Alright, now that I'm done acting like a smart guy, here's the real reason I'm logging on... ☕

Has anyone actually used one of those "betting brokers"? I’ve had a few recommended to me, but I’m still pretty skeptical. Their business models don't quite make sense to me—I'm just not sure how they stay sustainable long-term.

Here is a list of the big names.

What I really want to know, if anyone has insight, is how they handle parlays? Or is this stuff strictly useful for high-stakes moneyline and spreads?

Feel free to shoot me a DM if you have info.

The Asian connection. If I remember right, the minimum deposit back then was around $25k or $50k...
Most Bankroll Managers start at $100k and up.
If my memory serves, the withdrawal fee was about $45.
You basically negotiate the odds directly with them... that's just an example if you're looking to drop a massive amount of cash.

Best,
Keith Lee94 Keith Lee94 Newcomer
7 messages
joined Dec 2016
#1700 ·
Snag that bonus right here. It’s a bit of a climb to get to it, but hey, you can definitely make it happen!
http://www.wettnetzwerk.com/wett-bonus

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