Live dealer rooms feel social and fast—exactly why a few pre-table rules can save you money and stress. This guide shows how to pick limits that fit, read table pace, and follow simple etiquette that reduces mistakes and keeps sessions short and clean.

Pick limits that match your session, not your mood

• Unit first: set a flat stake of 1–2% of bankroll per decision (hand/spin).
• Table fit: choose limits where your unit is ≥ the minimum and ≤ 5% of the maximum—so you never “have to” upsize.
• Blocks: play in 12–18 minute windows; end on the timer, not a feeling.

Read the pace (and why speed changes your outcome variance)

• Fast tables = more hands/hour: great for focus, brutal for tilt—keep units strict.
• Busy tables slow you down: useful if you’re new or logging decisions for the first time.
• Rule of one change: switch either table or stake between blocks—never both.

Etiquette that prevents costly errors

• Clear signals: pre-decide actions (e.g., blackjack basic plays) so misclicks don’t happen under the clock.
• Side bets: treat as content, not edge. If you must, cap at ≤10% of your main unit.
• Tipping: set a tiny fixed tip budget per session; never tip from frustration or chase.

“Your edge in live rooms isn’t reading vibes—it’s controlling pace, locking stakes, and leaving on time.”

Quick setups for the big three

• Blackjack: 3:2 payout, S17 if possible, double after split allowed. Keep a basic-strategy aid handy.
• Baccarat: favor Banker; skip side bets. Same unit every round; no streak chasing.
• Roulette: pick European/La Partage for even-money bets; avoid long-odds stacks in live speed rooms.

Vault & day stops (so wins don’t evaporate)

• Vault rule: at any new balance high, skim 20–30% out; do not redeploy same day.
• Day stop: finish at +4 to +6 units or −5 units—whichever comes first.

30-second pre-table checklist

• Unit fixed (1–2%) and timer set?
• Table rules confirmed (BJ 3:2 / S17, Baccarat commission, European wheel)?
• Side-bet cap off (≤10%) or fully off?
• Vault percentage chosen and visible in notes?

Bottom line: live dealer shines when you set the tempo. Fixed units, calm etiquette, and short blocks turn social energy into a steady, enjoyable session—without sacrificing your bankroll.