Live Blackjack Rules: Understanding Dealer Stand on Soft 17 Payouts

Why 'Soft 17' Rules Matter in Live Blackjack

In Blackjack, a 'Soft 17' is a hand totaling 17 containing an Ace (which can be counted as 1 or 11). Whether the dealer must Hit or Stand on Soft 17 significantly alters the overall house edge. Here is how.

1. H17 vs. S17 Tables

• Dealer Hits Soft 17 (H17): This increases the house edge by about 0.2%. The dealer has a chance to improve their hand, which is unfavorable for the player.
• Dealer Stands on Soft 17 (S17): This is the most player-friendly rule, capping the dealer's hand at a weak 17.

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