Reduced allocation
When a deal is oversubscribed — meaning total commitments exceed the offering size — the deal sponsor allocates available units pro-rata or by another method. The practical effect is that your final allocation may be smaller than the amount you originally committed.
How you'll know
If your allocation is reduced, you'll receive an Accepted & Escrowed email that includes:
- Your original commitment amount
- Your final allocation amount
- A reason for the reduction (typically "deal oversubscribed")
What happens to the difference
The amount you committed beyond your final allocation is returned to your wallet. Fees are recalculated pro-rata against the final allocated amount — not against your original commitment — so you only pay fees on what you actually received.
Can I do anything to avoid it
Unfortunately not directly. Allocation decisions are at the deal sponsor's discretion, balancing demand across all committers. Submitting an IOI early in the deal lifecycle is the best signal of serious interest.
