What is point spread betting?

Spread Betting Explained Point spread betting is a popular form of betting, especially with basketball and football, since these are two sports where more points are scored throughout the game than in other sports like baseball and hockey. Therefore, it’s essential to understand how point spreads work before placing a wager.

What is vigorish in spread betting?

The vigorish, also known as juice, can be seen on each spread bet before placing your wager. The vig can be thought of as the book’s fee for taking the wager. Arguably the best thing about spread betting is that the odds are normally between the -120 and +100 odds range.

Do spread betting companies pay dividends?

While there is no direct ownership of the asset, a provider and spread betting company will pay dividends if the underlying asset does as well. When profits are realized for CFD trades, the investor is subject to capital gains tax while spread betting profits are usually tax-free.

What does a +1.5 spread mean in baseball betting?

Alternatively, a +1.5 spread means that the favorite must win by two points, runs, etc. or more. The +1.5 is the standard “run line” in MLB betting. Many baseball games are decided by fewer than two runs. In the event that the underdog only loses by one, they would be doing what is called “winning by the hook.”