Years ago I invested in a company that never made it. Last year they were still in business, now I am not so sure. I hate to call and ask if they are still in business. (I realize I don't need to ask, if they answer they are still alive, but if I call they will know why.) I have a net capital loss carryforward, so it won't affect my 2011 tax return one way or another; but is it important to take a loss immediately when they go under, or can I do sometime in the future when I happen to find out they are out of business?
I get financials every few years, but hate to bother them.