Wagerchief free half-point policy is now a farce

CrimsonQueen · 10-04-10, 02:48 PM

Wow...they must've been getting burned by it or something... Luckily I already hate WagerChief because they STILL call me every other day... they literally must've called me 50+ times now. Guess they are just terrible for 1 more reason now.

mtneer1212 · 10-04-10, 02:57 PM

I've been treated well there, but this change in policy is awful. I signed up there to move lines on and off of 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28 -- that was a big break break and I benefited a couple of times. Sorry but moving a line from 5 to 4 1/2 doesn't do much for me.

bubba · 10-04-10, 05:00 PM

might as well not offer it. with those rules it is an absolute farce.

trixtrix · 10-04-10, 05:04 PM

they forgot 20 and 27

Dark Horse · 10-04-10, 05:09 PM

Originally posted by bubba

might as well not offer it. with those rules it is an absolute farce.

They also have a free half point in basketball; where it's worth a lot more. So I'm glad the free half point isn't officially canceled.

DeluxeLiner · 10-04-10, 05:12 PM

Moving on and off the 4 has some value...It's not entirely worthless. Yea I am sure they were getting burned, I mean the lines were softer than Bodog's off lines

Kevy · 10-04-10, 05:29 PM

I was thinking of giving their sister book BetMania a try during NBA season because
they are going to be doing some sort of half point promotion for hoops.

Does anyone know if SkyBook still does the half point promotions and if so is it the same,
better, or worse than WagerChiefs half point promotion?

Igetp2s · 10-04-10, 06:06 PM

4 6 and 8 have a little bit of value, the remainder of numbers are meaningless

ForgetWallStreet · 10-04-10, 06:12 PM

Sort of stupid since it doesn't take long for them to take it away from those with a clue anyways.

robmpink · 10-04-10, 06:25 PM

I guess it is better then not having it./

me-first · 10-04-10, 06:28 PM

There's a bit of value in a half point of any #, but yeah, they might as well just get rid of it alltogether already..

nosniboR11 · 10-04-10, 07:33 PM

yep they can really care less

nosniboR11 · 10-04-10, 07:36 PM

crappy book, they will lie to you

relaaxx · 10-04-10, 07:41 PM

Originally posted by mtneer1212

Well, it looks like Wagerchief has changed their policy regarding the highly publicized 'free half point".

The prior policy stated that it was valid only on Mondays and Fridays, and was not applicable on/off of lines of 3 or 7.

Here is the new policy:

Valid for straight wagers placed over the Internet only. Sides and Totals.
Maximum wager $500.
Valid Tuesday’s and Friday’s.
Does not apply to moving the line on or off the numbers 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, and 28 in football.
Not valid when buying points.

The half point is now virtually worthless.

too big of a change -- too early in the nfl season. i did not reup this football season because of the lousy bonus offer from shaun, because i won a few bucks last year. always liked and still like jon. a great guy. but i am now glad i did not reup.

bubba · 10-04-10, 07:45 PM

what % of games will you be a ble to buy 1/2 point either way with these new rules. 10%? its a joke and they advertised a free half point and couldnt handle it and took it away. might as well admit they are taking it away. who are they fooling?

-105 · 10-04-10, 08:59 PM

I must say the idea of betphoenix getting crushed and going under does make me urinate in my pants.

mtneer1212 · 10-04-10, 10:30 PM

I doubt they are going under anytime soon, but I would to hear from Wagerchief about this change of policy. I just feel like it was bait and switch.

Jonah · 10-04-10, 10:40 PM

Wow, that is very unfortunate....All the BP books are down right now for what it's worth.

misterjesus · 10-04-10, 10:44 PM

SkyBook is the same rules:

Applicable only to wagers placed over the Internet.
Offer valid for Football on Tuesdays and Fridays, between 10am EST and 10pm EST.
Offer valid on Football wagers of up to $500. Sides and Totals included!
Offer valid on Basketball wagers placed on Friday of up to $500!
Does not apply to moving the line on or off the numbers 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, and 28 in football.
Valid once per game, per customer. First bet only.
All paperwork must be in order for credit card depositors to receive a free half point.

-105 · 10-05-10, 12:24 AM

Originally posted by mtneer1212

I doubt they are going under anytime soon, but I would to hear from Wagerchief about this change of policy. I just feel like it was bait and switch.

This is why I want them to burn in hell.

RonPaul2008 · 10-05-10, 02:09 AM

Originally posted by -105

I must say the idea of betphoenix getting crushed and going under does make me urinate in my pants.

Phoenix owns Wager Chief?

mtneer1212 · 10-05-10, 09:22 AM

I've got about a $1000 bucks left in my rollover -- I hope I can meet it, then get out. I have been treated well there, and I actually like the book, but there is now very little advantage to playing there, in my opinion.

Santo · 10-05-10, 10:20 AM

I can understand the move, and it's preferable to keep taking action you can't pay; but surprised they need it given their propensity to block it on a per-account basis.

mtneer1212 · 10-05-10, 05:22 PM

I will email Jon to see if he has a response.

clarkj2 · 10-05-10, 06:20 PM

Is the half point even working for anyone today?

big joe 1212 · 10-05-10, 06:54 PM

They have been nailed with this promo this season. 2 prime time games landed right on the #.

They moved it away on Mondays to save a lot of Monday night bets!

They needed to make an adjustment, but they should just do away with it altogether if they are going to change it!

They should also grandfather in anyone who has a balance right now until they cash out or lose it as they may have made the deposit because of this promo!

Kevy · 10-05-10, 07:05 PM

Originally posted by misterjesus

SkyBook is the same rules:

Applicable only to wagers placed over the Internet.
Offer valid for Football on Tuesdays and Fridays, between 10am EST and 10pm EST.
Offer valid on Football wagers of up to $500. Sides and Totals included!
Offer valid on Basketball wagers placed on Friday of up to $500!
Does not apply to moving the line on or off the numbers 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, and 28 in football.
Valid once per game, per customer. First bet only.
All paperwork must be in order for credit card depositors to receive a free half point.

Thanks for the info, Very much appreciated.

trixtrix · 10-05-10, 07:16 PM

Originally posted by -105

I must say the idea of betphoenix getting crushed and going under does make me urinate in my pants.

you're so great, let's hear more stories about how great you're

ps: i'm surprised no mod has said anything about your avator yet..

Wagerchief · 10-05-10, 09:31 PM

Thanks to all for the feedback,

I am currently reviewing this policy will keep everyone updated , anyone that deposited before the policy change will have the original rules .

Thanks

THE CHIEF

mtneer1212 · 10-05-10, 09:46 PM

Originally posted by Wagerchief

Thanks to all for the feedback,

I am currently reviewing this policy will keep everyone updated , anyone that deposited before the policy change will have the original rules .

Thanks

THE CHIEF

Thanks Chief, that is very honorable. Once again, you have proven to be fair. Your PM mailbox is full, so I cannot send you my account number........

ForgetWallStreet · 10-05-10, 09:53 PM

Originally posted by Wagerchief

Thanks to all for the feedback,

I am currently reviewing this policy will keep everyone updated , anyone that deposited before the policy change will have the original rules .

Thanks

THE CHIEF

What about the people you took ALL your initial promotions away from entirely?

Wagerchief · 10-05-10, 10:07 PM

Well I keep saying it .

50% to 60 % reload bonuses , or cash bonuses , free half point . Now I dont have a problem offering anyone all of these things if they are betting their own stuff.

BUT

If you take the free half point play a line that is heavily steamed and do this every weekend I have to apply some risk management in order to stay in business now I know most of you see it as a personal attack to your account but its not its just part of the business when you offer so much ammo to clients sometimes you need to take a step back and treat some accounts different, if you constantly bet the right number you dont need the free half point.

I dont punish players that win never have everyone has always gotten the best treatment from me and I have done my best to pay them ASAP , but I have also been in the business long enough that if you dont apply some restrictions on certain bettors in the end you will find yourself in a bad situation.

Guys I am always a PM away and will always work with you just contact me and I will be more than fair.

-105 · 10-05-10, 10:21 PM

Originally posted by trixtrix

you're so great, let's hear more stories about how great you're ps: i'm surprised no mod has said anything about your avator yet..

HATER ,

It bothers you that I use this site to get paid from sites that they recomended to me?

Your angry that having to cash out is my biggest problem ?

Maybe I am very offensive and I am deeply sorry.

NDIrish9 · 10-05-10, 10:51 PM

Big picture, half point is almost worthless. Unless you are betting on EVERY game.