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Found a template for demand letters that actually got a response
Had a client who was owed $2,300 from a subcontractor that ghosted for 4 months. I tried the usual scary legal jargon letters and got nothing. Then a paralegal friend told me to keep it short, personal, and mention the specific date and amount owed. First letter I sent that way got a check in 10 days. Anybody else have luck with a less-is-more approach on collection letters?
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scott.olivia12h ago
That 2,300 number is specific and people can't argue with it.
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fisher.thomas2h ago
The date trick is gold. People respond way better when you make it feel like a real person is asking instead of some lawyer bot. I always throw in a "Hey, just checking in" line and it works more than half the time.
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jason_stone5915h ago
Funny you mention that... I tried a friendly email once and got a signed photo back instead of a check.
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