Arbitrage Betting Explained – How Arb Betting Works | BookieBrawler

How arbitrage betting works, how to find arb opportunities across sportsbooks, and how to lock in guaranteed profit.

How Does Arbitrage Betting Work?

Arbitrage opportunities occur when different sportsbooks have different odds on the same event. When the combined implied probabilities of all outcomes are less than 100%, you can bet both sides and lock in guaranteed profit.

Arbitrage Example

<strong>NFL Game: Chiefs vs. Bills</strong>

By calculating the right stakes for each side, you guarantee 1-2% profit no matter who wins. Multiply across many bets and the returns add up.

• DraftKings: Chiefs +150 (implied 40%)
• FanDuel: Bills -140 (implied 58.3%)
• <strong>Combined: 98.3% - that's an arb!</strong>

How to Find Arbitrage Bets

• <strong>Use a scanner:</strong> BookieBrawler's Arbitrage tool automatically scans all sportsbooks and flags arb opportunities
• <strong>Act fast:</strong> Arbs disappear quickly - sometimes in minutes
• <strong>Have accounts at 5+ books:</strong> More books = more arb opportunities

Risks and Considerations

• Sportsbooks may limit accounts that consistently arb
• Lines can move between placing your first and second bet
• Small margins require large bankrolls for meaningful profit