How to Write a Formal Demand Letter

A demand letter—or debt collection letter—is the first step in collecting a debt that is owed to you. Learn how to use a demand letter and what information to include in it.

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Brette Sember, J.D.

by Brette Sember, J.D.

Brette is a former attorney and has been a writer and editor for more than 25 years. She is the author of more than 4...

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Updated on: January 8, 2024 · 3 min read


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