{
  "page_url": "https://theplaybookusa.com/best-casinos/real-money/",
  "dataset": "Real-money casino before-deposit checklist",
  "last_checked": "2026-05-29",
  "checks": [
    {
      "check": "State legality and availability",
      "owner_route": "/states/",
      "why_it_matters": "Casino availability is state and product specific."
    },
    {
      "check": "Market label",
      "owner_route": "/best-casinos/real-money/",
      "why_it_matters": "Regulated, offshore, sweepstakes and crypto-first routes are different."
    },
    {
      "check": "Operator terms",
      "owner_route": "/reviews/",
      "why_it_matters": "Terms control deposits, bonuses, KYC and withdrawals."
    },
    {
      "check": "Deposit method",
      "owner_route": "/playbook/banking/deposit/",
      "why_it_matters": "Payment method affects records, limits, disputes and withdrawals."
    },
    {
      "check": "KYC / withdrawal friction",
      "owner_route": "/tools/payout/",
      "why_it_matters": "Deposit approval does not equal withdrawal approval."
    },
    {
      "check": "Bonus restrictions",
      "owner_route": "/tools/bonus/",
      "why_it_matters": "Wagering, caps and expiry can change real-money value."
    },
    {
      "check": "Bankroll and pressure",
      "owner_route": "/responsible-gambling/",
      "why_it_matters": "Deposit decisions should stop when urgency or chasing appears."
    }
  ]
}