Editorial Chief and board games expert at Game Rules, has debunked several of the "made up" rules we often use when playing Monopoly, hopefully helping you avoid a family feud this Christmas.

But of course, if you want to play the long game then you can really benefit from the correct rules. Many families play Monopoly with a rule in place that whenever you pay taxes or fines ...

There's an unspoken rule in Monopoly: whomever wins at the board game, wins at life ... you CAN collect rent on your properties. The rules state that: "Even though you are in jail, you may ...

Monopoly is a game that's been played by families ... rent money while they're in jail. Traditional rules say you do collect money." In short, Free Parking can be whatever you want it to be!!

But naturally, if you want to play the long game then you can really benefit from following the correct rules. In many households, a popular amendment to Monopoly involves placing fines and taxes ...