Sample Letter for Request for Payment to Delinquent Account before Filing Suit in Wake County, North Carolina [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Recipient's Name] [Recipient's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: Request for Payment to Delinquent Account before Filing Suit Dear [Recipient's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to address the delinquent account that remains unpaid for [mention the product or service provided] and bring to your attention the urgency of settling this matter. As you are aware, it has been [mention the duration since the payment was due]. Despite our previous attempts to resolve this matter amicably, the payment of [mention the amount owed] is still outstanding. Regrettably, the continued delay in settling this account compels us to consider further actions, including the filing of a lawsuit to recover the debt owed. At [Your Company Name], we pride ourselves on maintaining long-lasting relationships with our valued clients. It is our goal to resolve payment issues promptly and amicably, avoiding any unnecessary legal disputes. Therefore, we kindly request immediate payment of the outstanding balance within [mention a reasonable timeframe, typically 10-15 days] to avoid further escalation. For your convenience, attached to this letter, you will find a detailed invoice [or a summary of the account balance] outlining the outstanding amount and the specifics of the product or service provided. Please review this information carefully to ensure accuracy. Should you have any questions or require clarifications regarding this matter, we encourage you to contact our office at [mention your phone number or email address]. We are committed to finding a resolution that works for both parties and are open to discussing a mutually acceptable payment arrangement if necessary. We must emphasize that failure to respond or arrange for payment within the specified timeframe will leave us with no choice but to initiate legal proceedings to recover the debt. This could result in additional costs and potential damage to your credit score. We sincerely hope that it does not come to this and that we can resolve this matter amicably before taking further legal actions. We value your business and want to continue fostering a positive working relationship. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. We await your prompt payment and a swift resolution. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]