What’s the Minimum Bankroll to Start Playing Seriously?

Thread starter Bawse
Start date Apr 17, 2026

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Bawse

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Apr 17, 2026

I think to play poker full-time, you need at least $1,000–$2,000 so you can comfortably afford your stakes, probably more if you’re playing live.

What do you think?

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