Jeff,


Well lets see if I can answer some of your questions here.


First, since you have only been playing for a few months.. I think its safe to say, that it is a bit premature for you to worry about 'supplementing' your income through poker. Sure, poker is an excellent way to provide additional income, but I think you need to focus on improving your game first. Honestly, you just don't have the experience. It takes hundreds upon hundreds of hours to accurately predict what your expected results could be from playing poker.


Also, I wouldn't recommend that you jump right in a 20-40 game, as you may be in for a rude awakening.


Is it possible to make $75k a year at 20-40 stud? Absolutely! Is it likely? Nope.Nadda... Sorry if this is a letdown, but facts are facts. It certainly isn't possible playing part time and even the BEST full-time players only make around that much.


I also don't like the way you say '150 or 200 a day'. Even if you are the best of players, you still may lose a grand (or two) in one session at 20-40. Stud is very volitile. Escpecially as you move up in limits. You need to concern yourself with the 'long haul' I.E. - What will I make(or lose) in a month's time or Year's time


The person who suggessted that 20-40 stud is loose is correct ( at least for East Coast ) I have played several sessions of 20-40 stud and have never been at a tight table. ( Although it might be that Connecticut thing too. I have never played 20-40 elsewhere ) This just makes what I say above about the volitity of stud even more accurate.


My suggestions to you is to continue playing the lower limits. ( 10-20 and below ) Develope your skills. Work on your hand-reading skills as these will be most valuable as you move up. You have already started in the right direction by coming to his forum. Post hands here that you had a tough time playing. You will get some good feedback here.


Poker can be an excellent way to supplement your income, but you must go through the trenches to reach that point. Poker can also be an excellent way to make your only income..but I'll tell you one thing..you had better be good..and prepared for some rough sailing..


Best of Luck To You,


CJ