The table blog
On home games, pots, and counts that end in laughter
How to host a poker night at home for the first time
How to host a poker night at home that everyone wants to come back to: how many players, what gear you actually need, what to decide before the first hand, and how to settle up without an argument.
How much should the buy-in be for a home poker night
The right amount is not set by whoever speaks with the most confidence. How to pick a buy-in the whole table is comfortable with, how many re-entries to allow, and when to close the window.
How to settle a poker night without a fight
Uneven buy-ins, mid-game re-entries, and the friend who will "get you back next week". How to close a home-game count with minimal transfers and zero arguments.