How much money should players start with in Monopoly?

In the classic game of Monopoly, each player should start with $1,500. The money is divided into the following denominations:

• 2 x $500
• 4 x $100
• 1 x $50
• 1 x $20
• 2 x $10
• 1 x $5
• 5 x $1

This starting amount is used to purchase properties, pay rent, and engage in other game activities as players move around the board.

Monopoly is a classic board game where players compete to acquire wealth through buying, trading, and developing properties. The goal is to bankrupt your opponents by accumulating the most money and property, while forcing others to pay rent when they land on your properties.

Basic Gameplay Overview:

1. Players and Objective:
   • Monopoly is typically played with 2-8 players.
   • The objective is to be the last player standing with money, after bankrupting all other players.
2. Game Board:
   • The game board consists of 40 spaces, including properties (streets, utilities, and railroads), special spaces (such as Chance and Community Chest), and other features like Jail, Go, and Free Parking.
3. Movement:
   • Players take turns rolling two dice and move their tokens around the board based on the number rolled.
   • When a player lands on an unowned property, they can choose to buy it, or else it goes up for auction. If a player lands on an owned property, they must pay rent to the property owner.
4. Properties and Buildings:
   • Players can purchase properties and build houses or hotels on them. As they develop their properties, the rent owed by other players increases.
   • Properties are grouped by color, and owning all properties in a color group allows the player to build houses and hotels on them.
5. Special Spaces:
   • Chance and Community Chest cards can either reward or punish players with things like extra money or unexpected fees.
   • Go to Jail sends a player directly to Jail, where they must remain until they roll doubles or pay a fee to get out.
6. Bankruptcy:
   • Players who cannot pay rent or other fees may be forced to sell houses, mortgage properties, or declare bankruptcy if they can no longer continue.

Winning the Game:

• The game ends when all but one player have gone bankrupt. The remaining player is declared the winner.

Monopoly is known for its strategic gameplay, negotiation elements (especially in trading properties), and sometimes long hours of play. The game has also inspired many themed versions and digital adaptations.