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Writing a business letter might be a hard and undertaking task. However you will have to do it at least once in your life. Either it is an official appeal or a simple response, you have to follow the rules of business writing.

Whatever the subjects is, a business letter has to be as clear and specific as possible. Even if the issue happens to be emotionally colored, business letter requires a discreet and official tone.

To start your letter, use ‘Dear Mr, Mrs or Miss’. It is very important to use Ms for women unless it is asked to use Mrs or Miss. Never refer by the first name only unless the addressee is a close business contact or a friend. Do not forget to include Dr, if necessary.

Then comes the actual body of the letter. Double space between the greeting and the body. Your letter has to be brief and close to the point. In a body of your letter give the reason for writing. If needed, make any request you may have. If you are expecting a further contact, point on it (Looking forward to your response, etc.)

It goes without saying that no shortenings are allowed in a business letter. Avoid such forms as “don’t”, it is better to write it out as “do not”.

No matter what was the subject of your letter, it is important to close it with “thank you…” to make it look more professional and appealing. Finish the letter with a salutation, such as “Sincerely yours” or “Best regards”.

Do not forget to put in your full name. This way you may give a chance to refer to you by your name in future.

Keep official tone, no extra information is to be added. Such letters are read within a few minutes. So, make sure your business letter is specific and brief.