Sample Business Letters (101-200) (Sample Business Letters are listed in Alphabetical Orde) Disclaimer: Be aware that some of these sample letters have legal, financial, or other implications. If you are not sure about the use of any letter, consult with an appropriate professional first. Index 101. Commitment Form (Advertising) 102. Company Bonus Letter 103. Company Credit Account Approval Letter 104. Company Credit Account Denial for Unfavorable Report 105. Company Credit Account Denial Letter 106. Complimentary Letter to Employee on Handling of Difficulty 107. Complimentary Letter to Employee on Handling of Emergency 108. Complimentary Letter to Hotel 109. Complimentary Letter with Individual Commendation 110. Confidential Information Agreement 111. Confidentiality Agreement Between Firms 112. Confirmation of Acceptance of Employee Suggestion 113. Confirmation of Extension of Payment Date 114. Confirmation of Interview Appointment 115. Confirmation of Purchase Agreement 116. Confirmation of Telephone Report of Problem 117. Confirmation of Verbal Order 118. Congratulations on a Job Well Done 119. Congratulations on Employee on 5-Year Anniversary 120. Congratulations on Expansion 121. Congratulations on Formation of New Company 122. Congratulations on Increased Sales 123. Congratulations on Outstanding Achievement 124. Congratulations on Promotion 1 125. Congratulations on Promotion 2 126. Congratulations to New Business 127. Congratulations to New Owners 128. Consignment Agreement 129. Consignment Letter 130. Consumer Credit Application 131. Consumer Credit Application Form 132. Contract 1, Goods 133. Contract 2, Goods 134. Contract Proposal for Services 135. Conversion of Open Account to C.O.D. 136. Correction of Deposition 137. Corrections to Derogatory Credit Report 138. Cover Letter for Loan Book 139. Cover Letter in Response to Catalog Request 140. Cover Letter, Product Literature in Response to Phone Inquiry 141. Cover Letter, Renewed Charge Card 142. Credit Dept Report to Collections on Past Due Account 143. Credit Extension to Past Due Preferred Customer 144. Customer Incentive Program Announcement 145. Customer New Charge Card Cover Letter 146. Customer Revival, Auto Mechanic 147. Customer Revival, Preferred Customer Private Sale 148. Customer Revival, Product Sales 149. Customer Revival, Small Shop 150. Customer Service Request Form 151. Decline of Venture Offer 152. Decline to Interview Referred Job Applicant 153. Deliveries Held Until Past Due Balance Paid 154. Demand by Secured Party for Possession of Collateral 155. Demand for Acknowledgement of Shipping Dates 156. Demand for Delivery 157. Demand on Guarantor 158. Demand that Future Payments Be by Certified Check 159. Demand to Endorsers for Immediate Payment 160. Denial of Request for Additional Discount 161. Denial of Request for Extension of Time 162. Denial of Request for Quarterly Billing 163. Directed Letter of Recommendation Requesting Reply 164. Discharge of Security Interest 165. Disclosure of Investigative Consumer Reports 166. Disclosure Statement, Fair Credit Reporting Act 167. Discreet Letter of Resignation 168. Disputed Balance Notice 169. Employee Invention Agreement 170. Employee Non-Compete Agreement 171. Employee Non-Compete Agreement (Specific Radius) 172. Employee Photo and Recording Release 173. Employee Suggestion for Company Meeting 174. Employer's Verification on Loan Applicant 175. Employment Agreement 176. Employment Agreement 177. Employment Information Form 178. Employment Letter 179. Employment Reimbursement Agreement 180. Equipment Leasing Agreement 181. Equipment Maintenance Agreement 182. Escrow Check Receipt 183. Escrow Fee Worksheet 184. Expense Account Statement 185. Expense Account Statement Form 186. Explanation for Delay of Partial Shipment 187. Explanation of Insurance Rate Increase 188. Extension of Lease 189. Fictitious Name Certificate - By Corporation 190. Fictitious Name Certificate - Individual 191. Fictitious Name Certificate - Partnership 192. Fifth Overdue Payment Reminder, Notice of Credit Hold 193. Final Demand for Payment on Delinquent Account 194. Final Notice Before Legal Action 195. Final Notice of Impending Litigation 196. Final Warning Before Dismissal 197. Financing Statement 198. Firm Letter on Past Due Account 199. Five Day Demand for Payment 200. Follow Up Letter, Travel Agency 101. Commitment Form (Advertising) COMMITMENT FORM CLIENT:_________________________ DATE_________________ DESCRIPTION ART WORK FOR BILLBOARD DESIGN: Includes conceptual layouts, comprehensive layout, artist's renderings, preparation of camera - ready mechanicals. Estimated cost $250.00 (Typography costs are extra) This commitment form is to serve as Client's written authorization for (firm) to perform services and/or contract with suppliers for the above described items or services (radio, television, magazine, publication, outdoor advertising, artwork, production, etc.) on client's behalf. Client's signature also indicates understanding of estimates, prices, terms and liability to (firm) for said items or services. Alterations or revisions of above specifications involving extra costs will be executed only upon additional written orders. ACCEPTED______________________ DATE__________________________ CLIENT____________________ AGENCY_____________________ 102. Company Bonus Letter Dear The presentation you prepared for the (description of project) was truly outstanding. There is no doubt that we were awarded this project due to your fine work. Please accept the enclosed check as our way of saying thank you for a job well done. 103. Company Credit Account Approval Letter Dear We have reviewed your application for credit, and it is our pleasure to inform you that an account has been opened for your company. Please feel free to use your account as often as you wish. A descriptive brochure is attached which outlines the terms and conditions upon which this account has been opened. Should your credit requirements change, or should you have any questions regarding your new account, call this office and ask to speak to one of our account representatives. When you call, please have your account number available, in order that we might have quick access to your file. 104. Company Credit Account Denial for Unfavorable Report Dear Thank you for your recent application for credit with our firm. We regret to inform you that we cannot extend credit terms to you at the present time, based on the report we received back from our credit bureau: If you feel that there may be some errors in the records of the credit reporting agency, we suggest that you contact them and review their current information. In the event that there have been errors made, please direct them to submit a revised report to us for our reconsideration. We would be most happy to welcome you as a customer and to accommodate you in any way possible under the circumstances. We do have a layaway plan and various other options that are available to our cash customers. Please feel free to call me if you have any questions or if I can be of assistance to you in any way. 105. Company Credit Account Denial Letter Dear We have reviewed your application for open account terms, and at this time are unable to open an account for your company. Should circumstances change in the future, please feel free to resubmit an application. We value your business, and hope to keep you as a customer. As a cash customer you will be advised of all special sales, and we know that you will find our prices and services competitive enough to allow us to continue serving you. If you have any questions about this decision, or if I may be of any help in any way with regard to your dealings with our company, please contact me at the above office. 106. Complimentary Letter to Employee on Handling of Difficulty Dear Several of your associates in the shipping department have informed me of the incident that occurred last Friday with a representative of Gene's Tool Supplies. They have all agreed that this driver hurled some extremely abusive language at you and that his actions were unjustifiably offensive. They also all agreed that you remained a gentleman throughout the entire time, attempting to solve the problem. I compliment you on your self-control, and in handling the situation in such an exemplary manner. I have placed a call to the owner of Gene's Tools and fully anticipate your receiving an apology from them. 107. Complimentary Letter to Employee on Handling of Emergency Dear You are to be highly commended for the way that you handled the emergency that occurred yesterday. The paramedics have informed us that if you hadn't acted as quickly as you did, our customer's attack might have been fatal. Thanks to your fast reaction, she is already out of intensive care and on the road to recovery. We are very proud of your association with our organization. 108. Complimentary Letter to Hotel Dear Our (name of event) that was held at your hotel was extremely successful. The compliments that I have received on your staff's courteousness and the excellent food that your chefs prepared for the occasion have been numerous. Thank you for helping to make our event a success. 109. Complimentary Letter with Individual Commendation Dear Our "Talent Night in St. Petersburg" promotion was greeted with a great deal of enthusiasm by the community, and I want to take this opportunity to thank you for all of your encouragement and support. As always, all of the staff at WQOL were extremely cooperative. I must, however, single out one in particular who worked exceptionally hard to make it the success it was. This is Judith Blakely, who seems to have an unlimited amount of energy and holds firmly to the conviction that if it is worth doing, it is worth doing it right. It is fair to say that without her help, this event would not have been nearly as successful as it was. We played to a full house. What more is there to say! We will be looking forward to a repeat performance. It has been a joy working with your fine staff. 110. Confidential Information Agreement CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION AGREEMENT In consideration of being employed by_ (Company), the undersigned hereby agrees and acknowledges: 1. That during the course of my employ there may be disclosed to me certain trade secrets of the Company; said trade secrets consisting of: a) Technical information: Methods, processes, formulae, compositions, inventions, machines, computer programs and research projects. b) Business information: Customer lists; pricing data; sources of supply; and marketing, production, or merchandising systems or plans. 2. I shall not during, or at any time after the termination of my employment with the Company, use for myself or others, or disclose or divulge to others any trade secrets, confidential information, or any other data of the Company in violation of this agreement. 3. That upon the termination of my employ from the Company: a) I shall return to the Company all documents relating to the company, including but not necessarily limited to: drawings, blueprints, reports, manuals, correspondence, customer lists, computer programs, and all other materials and all copies thereof relating in any way to the Company's business, or in any way obtained by me during the course of my employ. I further agree that I shall not retain any copies of the foregoing. b) The Company may notify any future or prospective employer of the existence of this agreement. c) This agreement shall be binding upon me and my personal representatives and successors in interest, and shall inure to the benefit of the Company, its successors and assigns. d) The unenforceability of any provision to this agreement shall not impair or affect any other provision. e) In the event of any breach of this agreement, the Company shall have full rights to injunctive relief, in addition to any other existing rights, without requirement of posting bond. 111. Confidentiality Agreement Between Firms CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT BETWEEN FIRMS AGREEMENT and acknowledgement between _ (Company), and _ (Undersigned). Whereas, the Company agrees to furnish the undersigned certain confidential information relating to the affairs of the Company for purposes of: (Describe) - ,and Whereas, the undersigned agrees to review, examine, inspect or obtain such information only for the purposes described above, and to otherwise hold such information confidential pursuant to the terms of this agreement, BE IT KNOWN, that the Company has or shall furnish to the undersigned certain confidential information, as set forth on attached list, and may further allow the undersigned the right to inspect the business of the Company and/or interview employees or representatives of the Company, all on the following conditions: 1. The undersigned agrees to hold all confidential or proprietary information or trade secrets ("information") in trust and confidence and agrees that it shall be used only for the contemplated purpose, shall not be used for any other purpose or disclosed to any third party. 2. No copies will be made or retained of any written information supplied. 3. At the conclusion of our discussions, or upon demand by the Company, all information, including written notes, photographs, memoranda, or notes taken by you shall be returned to us. 4. This information shall not be disclosed to any employee or consultant unless they agree to execute and be bound by the terms of this agreement. 5. It is understood that the undersigned shall have no obligation with respect to any information known by the undersigned or generally known within the industry prior to date of this agreement, or becomes common knowledge within the industry thereafter. Dated: _ 112. Confirmation of Acceptance of Employee Suggestion Dear Your suggestion that we recycle the trims from our vinyl production has been analyzed and found to be an extremely viable idea. This recycling process, which will be implemented in six to eight weeks from now, will result in direct savings to our firm. We commend you for your inventiveness! Please accept our congratulations on the adoption of your recommendation and our thanks for your enthusiastic attitude. 113. Confirmation of Extension of Payment Date Dear This will acknowledge our telephone conversation of this date. As was stated in our letter dated (date) , we should be receiving our financing by (date) In view of the above, we would appreciate your extending the date for our payment of the account until (date) This will enable us to make sure that all of the appropriate documents have been prepared. We appreciate your courtesies, past and present. It has been a pleasure doing business with your company and we look forward to years of pleasant associations. 114. Confirmation of Interview Appointment Dear Thank you for your courteous request to interview one of our officers for the article you are writing about our business. (name of individual) will be pleased to meet with you at our offices at (address) , on (day) , (date) , at (time) I believe that you will find him to be extremely knowledgeable about our business and the role we play in relationship to our industry. Thank you for your interest in our firm 115. Confirmation of Purchase Agreement Dear This letter will serve to confirm our agreement regarding your purchase of, and payment for, certain merchandise from our company. We have agreed to ship the following merchandise to you: You agree to abide by our printed terms and conditions, and you additionally agree to pay for the merchandise in three equal payments. The first payment shall be sent so as to be received by my office not later than (date) The second payment shall be received not later than thirty days later, and the third payment shall be received not later than thirty days after the second payment. In no event shall payment be received later than (date) Please sign a copy of this letter and return it to me. Upon receipt of your confirmation of our agreement, I shall release shipment of the aforementioned merchandise. 116. Confirmation of Telephone Report of Problem Dear This will confirm our telephone conversation of (date) wherein I informed you that there was a problem with the (service performed) As I stated, (description of problem) It is my understanding that you will (commitment of service company) in order to resolve this problem. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. 117. Confirmation of Verbal Order CONFIRMATION OF VERBAL ORDER Date: _ To: _ (Supplier) This letter shall confirm your acceptance of verbal order communicated to you on _. A copy of our purchase order containing the state terms is attached. Unless we receive objection within ten days of your receipt of this order, we shall expect delivery of all ordered goods on the date indicated. Very truly yours, 118. Congratulations on a Job Well Done Dear The displays you created for the "Summer's Coming" promotion are just beautiful. Several of the sales personnel told me that they have received numerous compliments from the customers. Congratulations on a job well done. 119. Congratulations on Employee on 5-Year Anniversary Dear (date) will mark your fifth anniversary as a member of the (name of firm) We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for these past five years of fine workmanship and company loyalty. We know that the growth and success of our company is largely dependent on having strong and capable staff members, such as yourself, and recognize the contribution you make in helping us maintain the position we enjoy in the industry. We are hoping that you will remain with us for many years to come and would like to offer our congratulations on this anniversary. 120. Congratulations on Expansion Dear When we received your notice of expansion, we at (name of firm) were elated. There are few firms that can boast of the success you have achieved over such a relatively short period of time. A great deal of that success, in our opinion, must be directly attributed to your strong leadership and the sense of direction that you provide. Please accept our heartiest congratulations and best wishes for your continued success. 121. Congratulations on Formation of New Company Dear It was with great pleasure that I read your announcement of the formation of your new company. You have certainly chosen an area that is coming into its own. I know that with your background, expertise and enthusiasm, your firm should make quite an impression in the industry. My congratulations and best wishes for your success. 122. Congratulations on Increased Sales TO: Sales Department Members FROM: H.C. Chambers SUBJECT: Monthly Results The numbers are in and I am proud to inform you that our total sales for the period of April 15th through May 15th amount to $358,466.00, which represents a 10% increase over our sales for the preceding period. You have achieved the goal we established in the first week of April, and you are all to be highly commended for your achievement. Congratulations! 123. Congratulations on Outstanding Achievement Dear You have proven the skeptics wrong and accomplished what most said was impossible. There is no doubt that your recent achievements will be spoken of for some time to come and that the admiration for your accomplishments is felt by all of us within the industry as well as the general public. Please accept my heartiest congratulations for your success. 124. Congratulations on Promotion 1 Dear Congratulations on your recent promotion to (position) I know how hard you have worked to earn the recognition you presently enjoy at (name of firm) , and I feel that they are very wise in having made their choice. Please accept our best wishes for your success in your new position. 125. Congratulations on Promotion 2 Dear It was with great pleasure that I read of your promotion to the position of (position) with (name of firm) I am sure your firm has made a very wise choice and that you will excel in your new role as (position) Please accept my congratulation on your promotion and my very best wishes for your continuing success. 126. Congratulations to New Business Dear Congratulations on the opening of your new gallery. We know that every business requires a good bookkeeping system, and have developed complete programs for businesses of all sizes. While some systems are more extensive than others, they all have a mutual goal; to minimize paperwork, conserve time spent on bookkeeping, and provide a simple format for keeping records in good order. I have enclosed our brochure and price list for your review. Upon your request, I will be happy to arrange a convenient time for one of our salesmen to meet with you at your location. Best wishes for your success. 127. Congratulations to New Owners Dear As the new owners of (establishment name) , please accept our congratulations and very best wishes for your success. (name of company) is a well established supplier of beef and provisions to many of the finer hotels and restaurants in (city) and its vicinity. We specialize in choice and prime, portion controlled, pork, lamb, veal and western beef. We have enclosed a price list for your review, but would like to add that there are specific quantity discounts that are available. (name of rep) , our sales representative for your area would be pleased to come to the (name of restaurant) at your convenience to show you the quality of our products and discuss our terms and prices with you. Please call (phone) for an appointment. 128. Consignment Agreement CONSIGNMENT AGREEMENT This agreement is made on (date) between (name of shop) , herein referred to as "Seller", and (individual) Whereas (individual) wishes to sell (description of item(s)) by consigning said item(s) to (name of shop) for sale, it is understood: That Seller agrees to display item(s) in a prominent place in his establishment. That Seller will make every attempt to obtain the best possible price for the consigned merchandise and will accept no less than $ as purchase price. That for his efforts Seller is entitled to retain (percent) of the purchase price. That should a sale be effectuated, Seller shall forward a check for the amount of the full purchase price less the aforementioned (percent) to Consignee within 10 days of the receipt of same. That Seller represents that he maintains insurance for theft and damage, and that the consigned merchandise will be covered by said insurance while it is in his possession. That Consignee agrees to leave the merchandise with Seller for a minimum of (time) That should the merchandise remain unsold at the end of the consignment period and an election be made by the Consignee to remove said merchandise, any costs incurred by the delivery of same to Consignee shall be borne by Consignee. 129. Consignment Letter Dear This is to confirm our agreement whereby you will be offering for sale in your shop my (item (s) It is my understanding that you will accept no less than $ for this item and, in the event of a sale, your consignment fee will be (percent) of the purchase price. It is my further understanding that you will inform me of a sale immediately. I agree to leave my (item) on consignment with you for a period of (time), and the same will be covered under your insurance policy for theft or damage for said time that it is in your possession. If the terms set forth herein conform with your understanding of our verbal agreement, please indicate your acceptance by signing in the space provided for your signature. 130. Consumer Credit Application CONSUMER CREDIT APPLICATION Name _ Date _ Address _ City _ State _ Zip _ How long at address _ Own or Rent _ Employed by _ Position _ How long _ Salary $_ No. dependents _ Type car owned _ Year _ Other sources of income: _ $_ _ $_ Outstanding obligations: _ $_ _ $_ _ $_ _ $_ Pending lawsuits: _ Have you filed bankruptcy within last 6 years? _ Credit references: Name _ Address _ Name _ Address _ Name _ Address _ Bank references: Name _ Address _ Checking _ Savings _ Visa Card _ Master Card _ American Express _ Other Credit Cards _ NOTICE 131. Consumer Credit Application Form CONSUMER CREDIT APPLICATION Name ___________________________________________Date_______________ Address_____________________City___________State______Zip_____ How long at address___________________Own or Rent ____________ Employed by______________________________Position_____________ How long______________________________Salary $________________ No. dependents____________Type car owned_____________Year_____ Other sources of income: ___________________________________ $_______________________ ___________________________________ $_______________________ Outstanding obligations: ___________________________________ $_______________________ ___________________________________ $_______________________ ___________________________________ $_______________________ ___________________________________ $_______________________ Pending lawsuits_____________________________________________ Have you filed bankruptcy within last 6 years?_______________ Credit references: Name______________________________Address_____________________ Name______________________________Address_____________________ Name______________________________Address_____________________ Bank references: Name______________________________Address_____________________ Checking______________________Savings_________________________ Visa Card_____________________Master Card_____________________ American Express______________Other Credit Cards______________ NOTICE When making application for credit, it is understood that an investigation may be made whereby information is obtained through personal interviews with your neighbors, friends, or others with whom you are acquainted. This inquiry includes information as to your character, general reputation, personal characteristics, and mode of living. You have a right to make a written request within a reasonable period of time to receive additional, detailed information about the nature and scope of this investigation. ________________________________ Applicant 132. Contract 1, Goods CONTRACT THIS AGREEMENT, made and entered into this ___ day of _________, l98_, by and between ___________________, the Seller, and ___________________, the Buyer: 1. The seller hereby undertakes to transfer and deliver to the buyer on or before __________, l98_, the following described goods: 2. The buyer hereby undertakes to accept the goods and pay for them in accordance with the terms of the contract. 3. It is agreed that identification shall not be deemed to have been made until both the buyer and the seller have agreed that the goods in question are to be appropriated to the performance of the contract with the buyer. 4. The buyer shall make payment for the goods at the time when and at the place where the goods are received by him. 5. Goods shall be deemed received by the buyer when received by him at . 6. The risk of loss from any casualty to the goods regardless of the cause thereof shall be on the seller until the goods have been accepted by the buyer. 7. The seller warrants that the goods are now free and at the time of delivery shall be free from any security interest or other lien or encumbrance. 8. The seller further warrants that at the time of signing this contract he neither knows nor has reason to know of the existence of any outstanding title or claim of title hostile to his rights in the goods. 9. The buyer shall have the right to examine the goods on arrival, and within business days after such delivery he must give notice to the seller of any claim for damages on account of the condition, quality, or grade of the property, and must specify the basis of his claim in detail. The failure of the buyer to comply with these rules shall constitute irrevocable acceptance of the goods. 10. Executed in duplicate, one copy of which was delivered to and retained by the buyer, the day and year first above written. /S/.......................... /S/.......................... 133. Contract 2, Goods CONTRACT FOR SALE OF GOODS Agreement made and entered into this (date) , by and between (name of seller), of (address) (city) , (state) , herein referred to as "Seller", and (name of buyer) , of (address) (city) , (state) , herein referred to as "Buyer". Seller hereby agrees to transfer and deliver to buyer, on or before (date) , the following goods: Buyer agrees to accept the goods and pay for them in accordance with the terms of the contract. Buyer and Seller agree that identification shall not be deemed to have been made until both parties have agreed that the goods in question are to be appropriated and fulfill the requirements of performance of said contract with the buyer. Buyer agrees to pay for the goods at the time they are delivered and at the place where he receives said goods. Goods shall be deemed received by buyer when delivered to address of buyer as herein described. Until such time as said goods have been received by buyer, all risk of loss from any casualty to said goods shall be on seller. Seller warrants that the goods are now free from any security interest or other lien or encumbrance, that they shall be free from same at the time of delivery, and that he neither knows nor has reason to know of any outstan
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