Once all cards are drawn, whoever has a total closer to 21 than the dealer wins. If player's hand and dealer's hand have an equal value, it's a tie. All winning bets are paid 1/1 but when you get Blackjack you get paid 3/2.

5 Best Tips for Winning at Blackjack

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Learn Basic Strategy and stick to it. ...
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Always double your bet when your first two cards total 11 and always split pairs of aces and 8's & ...
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Never split 10-value cards or a pair of 5's. ...
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Blackjack flows in streaks. ...
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Be sure to sign up for any rewards program the casino offers.