This article provides a template for a debt settlement proposal letter and explains what a debt settlement letter should contain. List your name, account information, the original creditor of the debt, and the debt collection agencies identifying information.How to use this sample letter: 1. Read the background below. 2. A debt settlement letter is a formal written communication between a debtor (the person or entity that owes money) and a creditor. Address on file for alleged debtor. • Amount of alleged debt. • Verification that this debt was assigned or sold to collector. In the sample letter, fill in your personal information. This is a type of offer where you ask the creditor to accept part of the amount you owe and write off the rest.