Low Hold Analysis
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Low hold betting focuses on finding markets where sportsbooks take the smallest profit margin, giving you the best possible odds for your wagers. The 'hold' is the mathematical advantage built into the odds, and finding low-hold markets is crucial for long-term betting success.
Understanding Sportsbook Hold
The hold percentage represents how much profit a sportsbook expects to make on a particular market. It's calculated by adding up the implied probabilities of all possible outcomes - anything over 100% represents the book's edge. For example, if both sides of a bet have -110 odds, the hold is approximately 4.55%. Lower holds mean better value for bettors, as you're paying less in 'commission' to the sportsbook. Learn about market efficiency in sports betting.
Finding Low Hold Markets
Our analysis tools scan thousands of betting markets daily to identify those with holds under 2%. These typically occur in highly competitive markets where books are fighting for action, during promotional periods, or in niche markets where pricing algorithms may be less sophisticated. We track hold percentages across different sports, bet types, and time periods to help you identify the most favorable betting conditions. Use our low hold tool to find the best opportunities.
Strategic Applications
Low hold markets are perfect for several betting strategies: balancing bankrolls across multiple sportsbooks, reducing the cost of hedging existing positions, and maximizing the value of bonus bets or free play offers. When combined with other strategies like positive EV betting, low hold markets can significantly improve your overall profit margins by reducing the tax you pay to sportsbooks. Check our middle betting opportunities that often coincide with low holds.
Timing and Execution
Low hold opportunities often have limited duration as sportsbooks quickly adjust odds to restore their desired margins. Our real-time monitoring system alerts you to these opportunities immediately, providing the market details and optimal timing for placement. We also track historical patterns to predict when low hold situations are most likely to occur for different sports and events. See real-time odds for current low hold markets.
Hold Percentage by Market Type
| Market Type | Typical Hold | Low Hold | OddsTide Finds |
|---|---|---|---|
| NFL Spread | 4.5% | 2-3% | 1.5-2% |
| NBA Total | 4.5% | 2.5-3% | 1-2% |
| MLB Moneyline | 5% | 3% | 1.5-2.5% |
| Soccer | 6% | 3.5% | 2-3% |
| Player Props | 7-10% | 5% | 3-4% |
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