Free sample regret letter for delay in payment

To
Address
__________________________
__________________________
__________________________

Dear Sir,

We regret to have delayed clearing your accounts which was so unavoidable despite our sincere wish. Enclosed please find a cheque of Rs. _______________________ on account which, we assure you, will be followed in two weeks time by another cheque in full settlement of the dues. Please accept our apologies for failing to keep our accounts up-to-date.

We appreciate your courtesy in bearing with us.

Yours faithfully

Your Name
Address

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