Cashing out with Bovada
Wizard, when I signed up there was a question asking how I heard of Bovada. I noted the wizard of odds website. hopefully that helps you out in any way possible in exchange for this free forum that I enjoy. Thanks
Minimal hassle and about 1 week to get your check in the mail. Most other casinos would take at least 2 weeks just to "verify" you *cough cough* (probably trying to steal your identity and sell it)
you should have nothing to worry about with Bovada
Quote: BeardgoatMy daughter was born 5 weeks ago and I have 12 weeks off for paternity leave. I find myself at home bored often and I watch a lot of TV, mostly sports. I signed up with Bovada today and plan on betting on sports. My question is how easy is it to cash out? Will they just mail me a check or am I going to need to jump through some hoops and provide a photo ID and a copy of a bill with my address? If anyone would please chime in and give me any info on their experiences it would be appreciated
Wizard, when I signed up there was a question asking how I heard of Bovada. I noted the wizard of odds website. hopefully that helps you out in any way possible in exchange for this free forum that I enjoy. Thanks
Hey! My 2nd daughter was born 7 weeks ago. Congrats!
The first time I cashed out with them I needed to send them an ID and a bill. Since then I've never had a problem. They also asked me for my mother's maiden name, which of course I gave them a fake one.
You get one free cash out a month.
What I usually do, is deposit a little, play for about a week, get bored and cash out. Then a few months later, do the same thing.
Good luck.
Quote: NeutrinoI didn't even have to send bill. They asked for just ID and that was enough to cash out. Some other casinos might as well ask you for your naked pictures. Ok that's exaggerating, but in reality the most I know a casino would ask for is you taking a picture of yourself holding your ID and casino papers.
I just send them naked pictures as soon as I sign up, whether they ask or not.
Quote: AxiomOfChoiceI just send them naked pictures as soon as I sign up, whether they ask or not.
you got seduced by the female chat reps?
Quote: FinsRuleHey! My 2nd daughter was born 7 weeks ago. Congrats!.
Thanks. This is our first but it has been a lot of fun so far. Congrats to you as well
Quote: AxiomOfChoiceI just send them naked pictures as soon as I sign up, whether they ask or not.
This is why jack baeur is on TV to stop terrorists like you!
Quote: BeardgoatThanks. This is our first but it has been a lot of fun so far. Congrats to you as well
It's been fun??? Shoot, I must be doing something wrong.
Before they canceled all accounts in my state, I tried to cash out with a check (which is free once per month) and they wouldn't let me. They said that the only option was the Moneygram transfer, which is NOT free (I think a pretty ridiculous fee like $60 or thereabouts). I called them and complained up and down to a few different reps, refusing to give up. The kicker to me is that the website listed the free option along with the non-free options, and DID NOT mention anywhere that the free option was restricted to certain states. So I thought it was disingenuous to restrict the free check option to some people, without any warning.
They finally gave in and credited my account with a bonus (I believe with just a 1x rollover requirement) in the amount of the fee that I had to pay.
A few months later, they canceled my account along with everyone else here, and required that you cash out your balance via a check which they would only send to a representative you appointed, out of state.
Anyway, big effin' hassle. I don't really blame Bovada, it just sucks that the local government and banks here are so violent toward online gambling.
What state? I thought Washington was the only one they won't service, as it is a felony to gamble online there (idiots).Quote: AcesAndEightsJust as a warning, there are some states where cashing out is a MUCH bigger hassle. Although, I believe they have restricted sign ups so that if you live in one of those states, they won't even let you play anymore.
Before they canceled all accounts in my state, I tried to cash out with a check (which is free once per month) and they wouldn't let me. They said that they only option was the Moneygram transfer, which is NOT free (I think a pretty ridiculous fee like $60 or thereabouts). I called them and complained up and down to a few different reps, refusing to give up. The kicker to me is that the website listed the free option along with the non-free options, and DID NOT mention anywhere that the free option was restricted to certain states. So I thought it was disingenuous to restrict the free check option to some people, without any warning.
They finally gave in and credited my account with a bonus (I believe with just a 1x rollover requirement) in the amount of the fee that I had to pay.
A few months later, they canceled my account along with everyone else here, and required that you cash out your balance via a check which they would only send to a representative you appointed, out of state.
Anyway, big effin' hassle. I don't really blame Bovada, it just sucks that the local government and banks here are so violent toward online gambling.
Possibly NY in the past was disallowed from Bovada. I thought I heard that Bovada grandfathered people in in some places. I would like to know if they do allow NY now. I have a few friends and family that would would like to play and bets sports on Bovada from NY. Mr. Wizard is NY available at BV?
Quote: AxelWolfMr. Wizard is NY available at BV?
Sorry, they don't allow New York. I'm about to start adverting some other casinos for IP-address in New York and Maryland.
What casinos? please do tell? Do u have a affiliate link yet? No need for an official banner.Quote: WizardSorry, they don't allow New York. I'm about to start adverting some other casinos for IP-address in New York and Maryland.
Quote: rainmanAces When did they cancel your account? Things may be different now.
This was quite some time ago. I was about to say "about two years but I don't remember exactly." Then I remembered that I started a thread here about the whole ordeal:
Bovada dispute
So the dispute was February 2012. I received the notification about account closure in April 2012. The sad conclusion to that story is that I had them send my balance of $326 to a friend in a different state who did receive the check, and threw it out because it looked sketchy to him (from the Philippines or whatever) and he had forgotten that I told him to be on the lookout. So, my meager profit from betting on the 2012 Oscars was completely erased, plus another hundred bucks or so.
Since the check was never cashed, I suppose I should have called up Bovada and asked them to issue a stop payment on that check and re-issue to a more trustworthy party. I just never got around to it. One of my big weaknesses is that I hate talking to people on the phone (a symptom of growing up in the internet age I suppose...too used to email and instant messaging). I'm getting better about this, but I just never got around to calling them. I don't blame this last part of the story on Bovada, just my own failure to communicate with my friend and my timidness to complain in a timely manner.
Lastly, I just logged in to my Bovada account and it is no longer disabled. Previously, it would not even allow me to log in, stating that all accounts in my state had been disabled. So, either they have relaxed their restrictions in WA state, or that feature of their website stopped working. Anyone in WA state had a successful payout recently?
Quote: AcesAndEightsLastly, I just logged in to my Bovada account and it is no longer disabled. Previously, it would not even allow me to log in, stating that all accounts in my state had been disabled. So, either they have relaxed their restrictions in WA state, or that feature of their website stopped working. Anyone in WA state had a successful payout recently?
After logging in, I found this message in my Inbox:
Quote: Bovada
Apr 18, 2013
Bovada is excited to re-open to residents in Washington
Dear [redacted], Due to the recent restructuring of our payment options we are able to once again offer service to residents of Washington State. We have gone ahead and re-opened your account, [redacted] so you can deposit and play with us again at any time. Regards, Bovada Service service@bovada.lv 1-888-263-0000
So, how about that. Unfortunately, they did NOT send me an email with this information, which would have been prudent since I stopped even logging in once my account was disabled.
So, what do you guys think. Would it be worth it trying to go after my missing $326? I know the check was never cashed, so they still have that money. But who knows how far back their bank records go. It would obviously be a great gesture of customer service to credit my account, but I would be shocked if they did it. I guess I could PM BovadaService here and see if it would even be possible.
Quote: AcesAndEightsAfter logging in, I found this message in my Inbox:
Quote: Bovada
Apr 18, 2013
Bovada is excited to re-open to residents in Washington
Dear [redacted], Due to the recent restructuring of our payment options we are able to once again offer service to residents of Washington State. We have gone ahead and re-opened your account, [redacted] so you can deposit and play with us again at any time. Regards, Bovada Service service@bovada.lv 1-888-263-0000
So, how about that. Unfortunately, they did NOT send me an email with this information, which would have been prudent since I stopped even logging in once my account was disabled.
So, what do you guys think. Would it be worth it trying to go after my missing $326? I know the check was never cashed, so they still have that money. But who knows how far back their bank records go. It would obviously be a great gesture of customer service to credit my account, but I would be shocked if they did it. I guess I could PM BovadaService here and see if it would even be possible.
I don't see why they wouldn't pay you.
Quote: BeardgoatI'd assume they have pretty good detailed records of all checks they sent out and what has been cashed and not cashed. Will it be a pain in the ass? Probably. Is $326 worth it to you? To me yes...
Why should it be a pain in the ass? Email them and tell them what happened. They should pay you. If the check hasn't expired, they may have to put a stop payment on it, and possibly charge you a fee for that.
If they don't pay you without making it a hassle, don't play there.
Quote: AxiomOfChoiceQuote: AcesAndEights
So, what do you guys think. Would it be worth it trying to go after my missing $326? I know the check was never cashed, so they still have that money. But who knows how far back their bank records go. It would obviously be a great gesture of customer service to credit my account, but I would be shocked if they did it. I guess I could PM BovadaService here and see if it would even be possible.
I don't see why they wouldn't pay you.
Quote: BeardgoatI'd assume they have pretty good detailed records of all checks they sent out and what has been cashed and not cashed. Will it be a pain in the ass? Probably. Is $326 worth it to you? To me yes...
The bank record is the real question. My personal checking account only goes back 18 months. I don't know if a business account would have older records or not. If they can't verify that the check was never cashed, obviously I could be taking a shot at them.
Quote: AxiomOfChoice
I don't see why they wouldn't pay you.
Yeah I agree
I'm a big fan of bovada and I have full trust they'll never rip anyone off
Quote: NeutrinoYeah I agree
I'm a big fan of bovada and I have full trust they'll never rip anyone off
Well I appreciate y'all's optimism! This did happen over 2 years ago.
I'll give it a shot.
Quote: AxiomOfChoiceWhy should it be a pain in the ass? Email them and tell them what happened. They should pay you. If the check hasn't expired, they may have to put a stop payment on it, and possibly charge you a fee for that.
If they don't pay you without making it a hassle, don't play there.
I wouldn't find making a call or sending an email a pain... But considering he has waited for 2 years to do anything then I think he may consider the process to be a pain.
Quote: AcesAndEightsWell I appreciate y'all's optimism! This did happen over 2 years ago.
I'll give it a shot.
I met the guy who runs Bovada in February. My impression is it's well worth your while to ask; he was all about customer service, especially to US clients. And since they had your account still in service and just returned it to viability, you're not really untimely; I would bet they have a record of that check not being cashed. If it's anything like US bank funds, it would have timed out after 90-180 days and the funds should have been credited back to your account. But I don't KNOW any of that, and obviously I don't speak for them.
God, it sucks living 90 miles from the nearest casino.
(Or does it...?)
If anything I'd say it was from work I do online, at least then I'm not lying (because I think I'm a pro poker players lol.) The first time, it was sent to collections, the second time I went to a different bank and the teller didn't send it to collections. So you may or may not have to wait for the money, and pay a fee to collections.
I requested a check for $3000 last night and it got approved quickly. I still had some money in my account and decided to try the slot bonus. So I bought $500 in chips to get $1000 to play with. I played the goblin slot, and started winning alot. I got up to 3k then 10k then 16k, and with only about $500 left to playthrough I did a few more spins at max bet ($5 per line x 30 lines I believe) and hit about $20k on a bonus. So now I have $38k in my account.
I really hope they are as reputable as the wizard claims and that I will see this payout! I didn't see a wire option or anything so I just requested the bulk of it as a check (my understanding is it will come about $3k a week - which is fine by me).
I'll keep you guys updated.
Quote: random2So, I signed up yesterday and won some money with the blackjack bonuses. I funded $500x2 (lost first $500) via credit card and am in California.
I requested a check for $3000 last night and it got approved quickly. I still had some money in my account and decided to try the slot bonus. So I bought $500 in chips to get $1000 to play with. I played the goblin slot, and started winning alot. I got up to 3k then 10k then 16k, and with only about $500 left to playthrough I did a few more spins at max bet ($5 per line x 30 lines I believe) and hit about $20k on a bonus. So now I have $38k in my account.
I really hope they are as reputable as the wizard claims and that I will see this payout! I didn't see a wire option or anything so I just requested the bulk of it as a check (my understanding is it will come about $3k a week - which is fine by me).
I'll keep you guys updated.
Congrats! I don't play online but everyone here seems to have had no issues getting paid, so it sounds like you have some nice additional income on the way for the next few months.
Apparently them there goblins aren't so greedy I assumed you played Greedy Goblins? I'm so confident you will get paid(IF I KNEW YOU & you followed the terms and conditions) I would make you a cash offer of 33k - any fees. I think you will be paying $50 extra 3 x times per monthQuote: random2So, I signed up yesterday and won some money with the blackjack bonuses. I funded $500x2 (lost first $500) via credit card and am in California.
I requested a check for $3000 last night and it got approved quickly. I still had some money in my account and decided to try the slot bonus. So I bought $500 in chips to get $1000 to play with. I played the goblin slot, and started winning alot. I got up to 3k then 10k then 16k, and with only about $500 left to playthrough I did a few more spins at max bet ($5 per line x 30 lines I believe) and hit about $20k on a bonus. So now I have $38k in my account.
I really hope they are as reputable as the wizard claims and that I will see this payout! I didn't see a wire option or anything so I just requested the bulk of it as a check (my understanding is it will come about $3k a week - which is fine by me).
I'll keep you guys updated.
You should post a screen shot. Great advertisement for Mike. Also there is a saying around here ( If my tag line was not so long as it is, I would add it) Pic or it didn't happen. I do believe you in this case but, I'm just saying.
I got VERY lucky at the end to get a high paying room bonus at $1/credit and got two of the 2x win as well. Should have taken a screenshot of that one :)
I think when you get the room bonus, it is either a high paying or low paying. If you open the items and they are 500-1k+ credits it will be a high paying, and if they are ~100-200 each it will be low paying.
Quote: teddysI've been very pleased with Bovada thus far. ... God, it sucks living 90 miles from the nearest casino.
(Or does it...?)
It does and it doesn't! In fact that's not a bad distance if you want to play a lot along with a good reason not to go every day of the week.
I'd be happier to hear you weren't playing online than that you were constantly hitting the casino though. Correct me if I'm wrong, but I don't think the Wizard is carrying any water anymore for Bovada?
Tell me you quit playing when the bonus runs out.
Quote: teddys...
God, it sucks living 90 miles from the nearest casino.
(Or does it...?)
I tried to work up a tear for you teddy, but the 300 miles I have to drive to get to a casino has apparently left me unable to shed any more tears.
Should I go for this? since they are just under 10k each I don't want my bank to think something suspicious is going on.
Thanks,
Jon
Quote: random2They offered me the option of doing wire transfers with a max of $9500 per week and $50 fee each.
Should I go for this? since they are just under 10k each I don't want my bank to think something suspicious is going on.
Thanks,
Jon
It depends how quickly you want the money. Your initial post said that you were happy with $3k / week, so I wold say, no.
As for the bank thinking that anything funny is going on, if you report your winnings on your taxes you have nothing to worry about. They may file paperwork on you with either option.
Quote: teddysI've been very pleased with Bovada thus far. No problem with deposits, cashouts, or gameplay. I've been only slightly less pleased with their sister product, Slots.lv, so I don't play there anymore.
God, it sucks living 90 miles from the nearest casino.
(Or does it...?)
-EV games means it's good staying out of a casino.
This will save you money and time, I would go for this option.Quote: random2They offered me the option of doing wire transfers with a max of $9500 per week and $50 fee each.
Should I go for this? since they are just under 10k each I don't want my bank to think something suspicious is going on.
Thanks,
Jon
Quote: AxelWolfThis will save you money and time, I would go for this option.
How will it save him money? 4 wire transfers at $50 each = $200; 13 checks at $0 each = $0. So it will cost him $200, but he will have all his money in 3 weeks instead of 13.
I guess it depends what you will do with the money. If you will just let it sit in a bank account gaining 0.00000001% interest then you may as well go with the checks. On the other hand if you will actually use the money for something it might be worth paying the $200. I'm a cheap bastard when it comes to stuff like this so I would probably take the checks.
I inquired about the wire, but since my bank uses an intermediary bank for receiving international wires they said checks is the only option. So checks it is.
Quote: random2You only get 1 free check per month. So the checks would have to be spaced over 13 months to get them all free.
I inquired about the wire, but since my bank uses an intermediary bank for receiving international wires they said checks is the only option. So checks it is.
Ohhh, 13 months. I thought it was 13 weeks.
You would think that they would have some way to make it easy for people to cash out large amounts, to encourage big play. i am guessing that most people who win 10s of thousands at any one time will lose it all back and then some over the course of their lifetime, so keeping them as a happy customer should be the #1 priority. Eating a $50 fee is nothing for someone who gambles that big... it's on par with one night in a hotel room, which would be comped at a real casino with no problem.
Very nice use of bonuses.
