GUIDELINES

  1. The function of this letter is to inform a debtor that the bank returned his/her check because of inadequate funds. Tell the debtor in a firm and courteous tone that you have to recover the funds he/she owes you.
  2. Inform your customer that the bank returned the check he/she used for payment. Do mention the check number and the exact amount.
  3. Ask the reader to pay immediately through any other method, such as money order or cashier's check. Also, mention the amount of penalty he/she has to pay.
  4. End by thanking the customer for his/her cooperation in rectifying the problem.

SAMPLE LETTER

[Senders Name]
[Address line]
[State, ZIP Code]

[Letter Date]

[Recipients Name]
[Address line]
[State, ZIP Code]

[Subject: Normally bold, summarizes the intention of the letter] -Optional-


Dear [Recipients Name],

We regret to inform you that the check #453 that you issued us for $150.00 was returned due to insufficient funds. Kindly replace it with a money order or a cashier's check for $165.00 ($150.00 + $15.00 for returned check fee) on or before April 30, 2010. If you have inquiries about this matter, please call us at 454-5485. We appreciate your cooperation.

Sincerely,

[Senders Name]
[Senders Title] -Optional-

[Enclosures: number] - Optional -
cc: [Name of copy recipient] - Optional -

Notify about returned check due to insufficient funds letter.

Further things to consider when writing notify letters to debtors

Further things to consider when writing notify letters to debtors

Notify Letters

Notify letters are letters sent to inform others about something important. These can be to notify someone of a lawsuit that has been filed against him/her, to inform a home owner that you are planning to move out, or to let various entities know that you have legally changed your name. Notify letters can also be used by companies to inform employees about changes in the company policy or to inform customers about the company's new location. In some cases, these letters have been used by employees prior to their resignation to inform employers that they (employees) will be leaving the company.

When writing notify letters, you need to be clear and direct to the point to avoid confusion. Clearly state the purpose of your letter. Ensure that the tone of the letter matches the announcement. If you are notifying the recipient about a demise, for instance, use a sensitive and empathetic tone. Conclude the letter on a positive note. It is worth noting that some notify letters such as those notifying moving out of rented property or leaving a company should be sent several days in advance. Those about legal matters should bear the necessary signature.

Letters to Debtors

Letters to debtors are letters you write to people or institutions that owe you money. Mostly, these are collection letters to inform the recipients of the defaulted payments or demand letters to warn them about eventual legal actions. These letters are usually sent after unsuccessfully trying to get your payment, and it is time to take a more serious action. If you are running a business and you have clients who haven't paid for merchandise or services, your business could suffer financial uncertainty and difficulties. But then, you want to maintain goodwill and not damage the business' s reputation in the community.

When writing letters to debtors, especially those asking for payment, you need to be professional. Start with a friendly letter and if the failure to pay continues, get progressively more serious. Provide important details about the debt - state how much is owed and when the payment should be made. For subsequent letters, use a firm tone but be considerate and professional so as not to ruin the possibility of future deals with the recipient. Recount any conversations that have happened since the first letter. End with a note of anticipation to having the situation resolved.

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