Frequently Asked Questions
about Poker Props
List of Frequently Asked Questions about Prop Players
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What if I don't like poker propping? Am I committed to this?
Poker prop blog entry posted August 19th, 2006No. We realize that poker propping is not for everyone.
I know a lot of poker players who want to be a poker prop players as well. Do I get anything for referring props to madpokerprops.com?
Poker prop blog entry posted August 18th, 2006Yes, we have a very lucrative and residual referral program in place.
Do I need Yahoo! Messenger? I only have MSN Messenger... is that ok?
Poker prop blog entry posted August 17th, 2006We require all poker props to use Yahoo! Messenger.
Can I use Poker Tracker as a poker prop?
Poker prop blog entry posted August 16th, 2006Yes, as a poker prop you are welcome to use Poker Tracker (PT), but not all poker sites will be compatible with PT.
Can I track what I have made during a given week?
Poker prop blog entry posted August 15th, 2006Depending on the poker site, you will get a weekly report but not all sites will provide that information.
If I only play No-Limit, am I forced to play all other games as a poker prop too?
Poker prop blog entry posted August 14th, 2006No, Mad Poker Props does not force props to play tables or limits they are not comfortable with.
Can I be a poker prop for more than one poker site?
Poker prop blog entry posted August 13th, 2006Of course!
If I multi-table while propping for a poker site will I get paid for all the tables?
Poker prop blog entry posted August 12th, 2006Yes, that's one of the beauties of online poker! As a poker prop, you are paid for all tables you are propping for.
What if I already have a poker player account on the site? Can I still prop for that site?
Poker prop blog entry posted August 11th, 2006Depending on the poker site in question, you may or may not be able to prop if you already have a poker player account.
Do poker props qualify for any bonuses on the poker site they prop for?
Poker prop blog entry posted August 10th, 2006As a general rule, poker props are not eligible for any bonuses or promotions for poker sites they prop for.
Who do I contact when I want to start a session playing as a poker prop?
Poker prop blog entry posted August 9th, 2006When you are ready to sign on and start propping, the basic procedure is to check in on Yahoo! Messenger with our manager on duty (MOD).
What is the difference between rake rebate and rake share?
Poker prop blog entry posted August 8th, 2006The difference between rake share and rake rebate is basically how you get paid.
What does "actively managed" mean for poker props?
Poker prop blog entry posted August 7th, 2006Actively managed means that the online poker site has a few seating rules and guidelines poker props are required to follow.
How do I know who the other poker props are?
Poker prop blog entry posted August 6th, 2006Depending on the prop site, you may not need to know who other poker props are.
When do poker props get paid?
Poker prop blog entry posted August 4th, 2006Depending on the site, it will vary.
What is the minimum deposit required to start poker propping?
Poker prop blog entry posted August 2nd, 2006The good news is that there is no minimum deposit required to play poker as a poker prop.
What online poker sites can I be a poker prop for?
Poker prop blog entry posted August 2nd, 2006Mad Poker Props is not able to publicly disclose the name or URL of online poker prop sites.
Is there a fee or cost associated with becoming a poker prop?
Poker prop blog entry posted August 2nd, 2006Absolutely not! There are no fees associated with or registration dues for becoming a poker prop or playing poker as a member of the Mad Poker Props team of prop players.
Will I be playing shorthanded as a poker prop?
Poker prop blog entry posted August 2nd, 2006Yes, the main duty of a poker prop is to start new poker games and maintain table action in current games at the online poker site they prop for.
What is the difference between getting rake back and being a poker prop?
Poker prop blog entry posted August 2nd, 2006The difference can be huge. Rake-back pays far less than poker propping.
Why are poker rooms willing to pay poker props so much?
Poker prop blog entry posted August 2nd, 2006One of the great catch-22s of opening an online poker site is that site operators can't get players without games, but you can't get games without players.
Is there a minimum number of hours I have to commit to each week as a poker prop?
Poker prop blog entry posted August 2nd, 2006No, Mad Poker Props does not institute minimum reuirements for prop play time nor do we require a pre-set schedule for poker propping.
Are there seating rules for a poker props? Can prop players play wherever and whenever they want?
Poker prop blog entry posted August 2nd, 2006Poker prop player seating rules will typically vary from one online poker site to another.
How much money do poker props make and how do they get paid?
Poker prop blog entry posted August 2nd, 2006The amount of money poker props make depends on how much they play; at what game stakes and the number of tables.