I have been SCAMMED and felt like a dumbass more times than I'd care to admit. SCAMS in the OTC are a regular but that's not to say they aren't profitable. After 20+ years of playing in this swamp you learn timing is everything. Like playing the lotto I finally got REAL lucky. Right place at the right time.
I don't blame you for sticking it out especially if you DON'T need a tax right off. Holding for the next P&D is your only option. Just understand sometimes this can take MANY years and some NEVER do. Which I have had that happen and LOST everything!!!!
I have not told PPL to sell I have warned them this is a SCAM. You have to KNOW what you OWN to make money.