Be Informed about changes to the Jackpot!

Monitoring jackpot changes is more important than you might realize if you want to win the lottery. Jackpots vary due to ticket ticket sales and rollovers, and losing out on a major increase might also mean losing out on the opportunity for life-changing money. If you are a casual player, or a hardcore lottery student, knowing to search for jackpot amounts, drawing dates and the odds can give you a significant advantage in deciding when (and what) to play.

It is true that winning is at least a 3-dimensional draw but scientists say timing can also make a successful combination. As jackpots grow, more players also get into the game, increasing the prize pot even further. Following these guidelines can help you determine if you should purchase early or hold off for a rollover. If the Mega Millions jackpot surges from $200 million to $300 million over three days, that’s a big number — and you might want to try your luck before the next one hits.

And with dozens of lotteries — Powerball, Mega Millions, EuroMillions and various state-specific games — it can be difficult to track changes manually. That’s why sharp players rely on mobile apps, e-mail alerts and jackpot tracking websites to keep them in the loop. They enable you to receive immediate alerts about jackpot sizes, drawing times, and even how many times the jackpot has rolled over subscribe to these tools. By making the effort to keep up, you turn from a willy-nilly player hoping for something lucky to a strategic one.

Another boon of tracking jackpot fluctuation is learning when odds are better. The odds of winning the top prize may stay the same, but secondary prizes and the chance for shared jackpots vary based on how many people are playing. If you truly wish to win the lottery, all of this information can help steer your selections and be of overall benefit to you.

Additionally, we suggest following official lottery channels and communities online. Based on jackpot trends, forums and groups tend to post rumors, predictions and inside tips. While there is no surefire strategy to win, knowing what you’re doing can certainly give you an advantage over the average gambler. You’ll have the ability to select games that provide not just the largest prizes but the optimal timing for you to enter.

And remember to set the reminders! Many people miss drawings because they forget. A significant portion of winning is playing — and you cannot play if you’re not in the game. By setting notifications and following jackpot news, you can always stay informed.

If you want to, truly, win the lottery, you need more than luck on a ticket: You need knowledge, you need timing, you need a commitment to keeping updated. Bookmark reputable sites, use mobile tools, and keep an eye on jackpot fluctuations. That little bit of exiting your bubble goes a long way.