Debt Recovery Letter of Demand Example
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Document: Debt Recovery Letter of Demand
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Last updated 7/30/2026
Apex Plumbing Solutions 123 Industrial Drive Melbourne VIC 3000 0400 000 000 accounts@apexplumbing.com.au
15 October 2023
John Smith 45 Smith Street Richmond VIC 3121
RE: LETTER OF DEMAND - OUTSTANDING INVOICE #4022
Dear Mr Smith,
We write regarding the above mentioned unpaid invoice.
Despite our previous reminders sent on 1 September and 15 September 2023, you have failed to settle the account for emergency plumbing repairs and installation of a new hot water system provided on 15 August 2023.
Details of the debt are as follows:
Invoice Number: 4022 Invoice Date: 15 August 2023 Total Amount Due: $1850.00 AUD Date Overdue: 29 August 2023
Please find a copy of the unpaid invoice attached for your reference.
WE DEMAND payment of the sum of One Thousand Eight Hundred and Fifty Dollars ($1850.00 AUD) within 14 days from the date of this letter. This amount must be received by 29 October 2023.
Payment can be made via direct deposit to the following account:
Account Name: Apex Plumbing Solutions BSB: 033 000 Account Number: 12 3456
Please use Invoice Number 4022 as the payment reference.
If we do not receive payment by 29 October 2023, we have instructed our solicitors to commence legal proceedings against you in the Magistrates Court of Victoria to recover the debt, plus statutory interest and all legal costs. We may also refer this matter to a debt collection agency which may affect your credit rating.
You can avoid further action by paying the amount in full immediately.
We reserve all our rights.
Yours sincerely,
Jane Doe Manager Apex Plumbing Solutions
Notes
In this example, the business clearly identified the debtor by name and address. They referenced the specific date the service occurred and the invoice number. They set a strict 14 day deadline. They specifically mentioned the Magistrates Court of Victoria as the potential venue for legal action, adding weight to the demand. They also mentioned the potential impact on credit rating to encourage payment.
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Debt Recovery Letter of Demand
A formal document sent to a person or business who owes you money, demanding payment of an outstanding debt by a specific date.