Email reply from TDA re: AAPU shares/tax loss.
Guess I have to sell to TDA
"You will need to speak with a tax advisor regarding claiming the shares as a loss. The security you are inquiring about has no market indication. The removal of a non-marketable security involves a trade in which TD AMERITRADE acquires the non-marketable security from a client. To request the removal of a non-marketable security you can speak with a Client Services representative. These requests may take up to 30 days for completion. Please note the position will be sold to TD AMERITRADE for proceeds of $1.00 and the standard internet commission rate is charged for this service. We will only charge up to the amount of cash available in the account if the full commission would create a debit. This transaction generates a trade confirmation and is irreversible. Even though TD AMERITRADE is the "buyer" in the transaction, we make no representation regarding the value of the security.
Sincerely,
Latasha B.
Apex Client Services, TD AMERITRADE
Division of TD AMERITRADE, Inc."
All statements are my own opinion, expressed by a relatively novice investor. Do your own due diligence & verify posted information.