SBR PRO program adds new renewal option (POINTS)

GamblerSpirit · 08-23-12, 06:44 PM

A step in the right direction. At least, for USA folks.

Thanks for the Bash, again!

JerseyLove · 08-23-12, 06:55 PM

Can you renew is you were a pro but did not become a pro after it ran out for points?

PAULYPOKER · 08-23-12, 06:55 PM

Originally posted by SBR_John

No, no renewal dates change. Come 9/9/13 you will be able to renew by points or by a charity contribution.

Thanks John..............

Nittany Lion · 08-23-12, 06:57 PM

Originally posted by JerseyLove

Can you renew is you were a pro but did not become a pro after it ran out for points?

Yes, read the OP again. "Former and existing SBR Pros may renew their membership with 2,750 SBR pts. Not valid for first-time applicants."

You are a former SBR Pro and not a first time applicant so yes.

DJ Dalamar · 08-23-12, 07:02 PM

Is there a big problem with fake accounts reaching 5000 points in the US? Does the charity really check your ID that well? Usually when I donate like any other online transaction I use a store bough DC so I don't have to worry about my bank card number getting stolen.

US customers can't get moneybooker money ect is there a ring of guys that are making fake accounts winning up to 5K worth of points and then buying Amazon gift cards?

shari91 · 08-23-12, 07:13 PM

Originally posted by DJ Dalamar

Is there a big problem with fake accounts reaching 5000 points in the US? Does the charity really check your ID that well? Usually when I donate like any other online transaction I use a store bough DC so I don't have to worry about my bank card number getting stolen.

US customers can't get moneybooker money ect is there a ring of guys that are making fake accounts winning up to 5K worth of points and then buying Amazon gift cards?

There are more non US users on SBR than US posters now. They have access to cashing out their points via Moneybookers, buying sportsbook cash, etc. As far as donating to charity via SBR, it's on our platform so certain measures are in place. But yes... one of the US guys who I've mentioned before that I've been dealing with for maybe a year and a half now? creates accounts every day without fail. Keeps trying to make Pro accounts, keeps trying to shift points, etc. And then you get the smaller time US guys who just try to operate with a couple of accounts and scam that way for gift cards, whatever. Like I said - ideally everyone would just be honest but obviously on an anonymous Internet forum people get a bit more keyboard courage to try to scam. So in that respect we're going to make you verify yourself as much as possible. For those who already have done so by depositing with an SBR book, the option is there to renew via points as their info has been checked as much as possible although it's still constantly reviewed. But for someone new, they're not going to get the option of buying a membership solely with points. If we did that we would kiss the points program away in 6mths or less thanks to fraud which obviously wouldn't benefit anyone.

peacebyinches · 08-23-12, 07:16 PM

Hi Lou,
So according to the statement

Former and existing SBR Pros may renew their membership with 2,750 SBR pts.

that means I can use points to renew my PRO application?

Originally posted by SBR Lou

Former and existing SBR Pros may renew their membership with 2,750 SBR pts. Not valid for first-time applicants.

Check out the SBR Pro application, and if you have any questions, shoot it in this thread or via PM.

peacebyinches · 08-23-12, 07:17 PM

Originally posted by peacebyinches

Hi Lou,
So according to the statement that means I can use points to renew my PRO application?

Even if I was non-pro for a short period?

JerseyLove · 08-23-12, 07:18 PM

Can you renew is you were a pro but did not become a pro after it ran out for points?

JerseyLove · 08-23-12, 07:19 PM

Originally posted by peacebyinches

Even if I was non-pro for a short period?

my exact question

Easy-Rider 66 · 08-23-12, 07:22 PM

Originally posted by JerseyLove

Can you renew is you were a pro but did not become a pro after it ran out for points?

See post #34 on this thread. Not sure if this applies to your situation.

shari91 · 08-23-12, 07:22 PM

Go to your application form. Is the option there?

GamblerSpirit · 08-23-12, 07:25 PM

Originally posted by JerseyLove

Can you renew is you were a pro but did not become a pro after it ran out for points?

If I understood you correctly, the answer is YES! If this is NOT your FIRST time becoming a pro, you can use the points to become a PRO once again. Just not for rooks.

JerseyLove · 08-23-12, 07:27 PM

Originally posted by shari91

Go to your application form. Is the option there?

on my droid no

frostno98 · 08-23-12, 07:27 PM

I was a former pro

Great, now I can actually make use of these monopoly non-pro SBR points. Going to do a three team NFL parlay this week.

shari91 · 08-23-12, 07:31 PM

Originally posted by JerseyLove

on my droid no

You'll need to check on a computer. And make sure any ad blocking software is turned off.

Wait you only have 60 pts, 11 at risk. What are you worried about right now??

JerseyLove · 08-23-12, 07:54 PM

Not worries i usually just waste.them if i can renew ill use them in the sports book

physed · 08-23-12, 08:30 PM

Originally posted by tblues2005

That is a very good idea John. It gives the ones that has been a pro before a chance to be one if you can save that many points up or maybe get lucky on the casino,sports book, or a contest.

You're not kidding about getting lucky in the casino

shari91 · 08-23-12, 08:31 PM

Jersey and GamblerSpirit - This is John's response... in this thread mind you... about people who let their membership expire:

Originally posted by SBR_John

The 2750 is for an ontime renewal. In other words renewing before your current upgrade expires. Which every Pro can avail themselves to at this point. We are looking at a higher price point for those who allow their upgrade to expire. Probably in the 3200 range.

ouman101 · 08-23-12, 09:21 PM

Assuming that everyone here is actually a gambler....why would you not go the deposit route or existing money in your account? Most will be putting money in their accts anyways, and then you have 2750 more points to gamble/spend.

Easy-Rider 66 · 08-23-12, 09:23 PM

Originally posted by ouman101

Assuming that everyone here is actually a gambler....why would you not go the deposit route or existing money in your account? Most will be putting money in their accts anyways, and then you have 2750 more points to gamble/spend.

Good point but that's not an option for US residents.

DJ Dalamar · 08-23-12, 09:27 PM

Thanks for the clarification Shari. It seems odd to me that someone would go that much trouble to try and game this system but you would know better then I.

Anyone that can run their 6 a day up to 5K in a short amount of time could be better off using their talents elsewhere.

baskets · 08-23-12, 09:39 PM

most businesses cater to the retarded, handicapped..... so I suggest SBR cater to me in the same fashion..

or do I need to call Obama to get a discount on this 2750?

never had more than 82 pts in my account at any one time. Lou, we have sbr poor here. lower my admission ticket to 275 points

I'm from fukkng Zimbabwe for crying out loud.

It's only fair!!!

shari91 · 08-23-12, 10:41 PM

Originally posted by DJ Dalamar

Thanks for the clarification Shari. It seems odd to me that someone would go that much trouble to try and game this system but you would know better then I.

Anyone that can run their 6 a day up to 5K in a short amount of time could be better off using their talents elsewhere.

haha I agree totally! Blows my mind constantly. So I can only assume this is one tiny speck in their overall scam pool.

As one guy told me when I caught him and his 30 or so accounts "I can make more here in a week than the average wage in my country for a month and it's no hard labour". At least he was honest

Nittany Lion · 08-24-12, 03:26 PM

Originally posted by shari91

haha I agree totally! Blows my mind constantly. So I can only assume this is one tiny speck in their overall scam pool.

As one guy told me when I caught him and his 30 or so accounts "I can make more here in a week than the average wage in my country for a month and it's no hard labour". At least he was honest

Guy just trying to feed his family probably, damn Shari, his kids probably starved because of you cutting him off. Poor kids......

BigDeem5 · 08-24-12, 03:37 PM

Where can I see when my Pro status runs out?

shari91 · 08-24-12, 03:39 PM

Originally posted by BigDeem5

Where can I see when my Pro status runs out?

Go to the link in my signature and try to choose a renewal option. If you're 30+ days away from expiring a pop up will appear telling you that you can't renew until xxx date.

BigDeem5 · 08-24-12, 03:43 PM

Originally posted by shari91

Go to the link in my signature and try to choose a renewal option. If you're 30+ days away from expiring a pop up will appear telling you that you can't renew until xxx date.

Thanks, not eligible till January

Wrigley · 08-26-12, 06:43 AM

The loan sharks will make out on this one

LUCKYCHUCK · 08-26-12, 07:26 AM

maybe its time for me to turn pro

allin1 · 08-26-12, 02:48 PM

this is great!

nic9212 · 08-26-12, 05:15 PM

Like it Lou

hankcream · 09-04-12, 05:33 PM

What if we've lost over 10 times the entry fee in the SBR Casino? Can we get gamblers insurance to cover the entry fee?

VegasVixen · 09-04-12, 06:08 PM

Originally posted by FreeFall

what's the point of renewing if I'm a US customer again? Or is this for the international guys?

I'm a US customer, and thanks to being a Pro I
1- Enjoyed an awesome BASH compliments of SBR
2- Participate in the SBR poker tournament series
3- Won an iPad through the casino promo last weekend

The real question is, why WOULDN'T you be a Pro

MexicanStallion · 09-04-12, 06:41 PM

Thanks for adding another offer. My renewal doesn't start until mid July, but nice to have future options in place.