Another reply from AT - with name changed of course
Dear Mr Squat:
Thank you for contacting us today regarding GVRP.
We have posted the shares based on the information that we received from the company. We did not receive any indication that the shares are restricted shares. If the company rescinds the payment, then the dividend posting will be reversed. Should this happen and you have sold the shares you would be short the position and it would need to be covered. At this time, we have not received any indication from the company that the payment will be rescinded.
If you have further concerns or inquiries, please reply to this message.
Sincerely,
Debra Williams
Apex Reorganization and Safekeeping, Ameritrade Division of Ameritrade, Inc.
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