Taxes
Bipartisan legislation is gaining support in Congress to end federal taxes on sportsbooks. The goal of the legislation is to eliminate the head tax and excise tax on bets placed at regulated sportsbooks. The two taxes, which generate little meaningful revenue for the government, place legal sportsbooks at a competitive disadvantage against illegal gambling operations. The taxes were originally put in place to keep illegal gambling under control.
Licenses
The Illinois Gaming Board has begun issuing temporary licenses to applicants to open sportsbooks in the state. A number of casino operators have applied for the licenses. The five casinos that have received temporary licenses for sportsbooks in Illinois are the Rivers Casinos in Des Plaines, the Argosy Casino Alton, the Grand Victoria Casino Elgin, and the Hollywood Casino Joliet.
Incentives
One way to increase your bankroll is to sign up for a sportsbook’s incentive program. These offers are offered as extra account credits or free bets, and you’ll need to follow the rules set by the sportsbook to take advantage of them. The majority of these offers are risk-free, but it’s still best to read the terms and conditions before accepting them.
Depositing funds
Depositing funds at a sportsbook is a fast, safe, and convenient way to place a wager. Most sportsbooks accept credit or debit cards, but you can also use PayPal or bank wire transfers. Before placing a bet, read up on the deposit methods offered at each sportsbook.
Using multiple methods
When betting on sports, you can use a number of different methods to deposit money. If you want to deposit funds quickly, you can choose an e-wallet like Neteller. These systems offer fast processing times, but they also have some disadvantages. For example, Neteller has stricter account balance limits, and the transfer fees are generally high. Additionally, some sportsbooks will not allow you to deposit money through Neteller.
Privacy protection
A sportsbook must take privacy protection seriously. After all, this business relies on sensitive personal information from its customers, making it a prime target for malicious cyber actors. Fortunately, many sportsbooks have privacy protection policies and protect their customers from data breaches. For example, MGM guarantees a $50 maximum loss if your account is hacked or compromised. Usually, you have two business days to make a claim.