A letter of regret is a formal letter which delivers bad news. It can be used in many business situations, but most commonly to inform those in the running for an employment position, at the professional level, that they did not get the job. Letters of sample letters of regret can be found online and personalized to fit the unique situation for which it is being sent.A letter of regret, to
. informs a person that they were not selected for a professional position, should thank the individual for their application, and explain the business's policy for future application and keeping resume's on file. A sample letter is available at the educational resources website at http://www2.ed.gov/free/toolkit/regret.pdf.A letter may also include specific information, including notes from the interview, which explain why one candidate was chosen over another, and how a candidate can improve their credentials or interview skills before reapplying. An example of how to include specific documentation is available at http://www.free-legal-document.com/letter-of-regret.html.A letter of regret is also appropriate to send when a contractor is unable to complete a contract on which they bid, when a line of credit is denied, when a person is declining membership in an organization for which they have been nominated and a number of other situations. These letters, should always specifically state what is being denied, and why it is being denied, either generally or specifically. It is important to be both direct and polite. Sample letters of refusal, directly addressing a variety of different situations and written by professionals, are available at http://www.letterrep.com/Regret_Letters-c-229.html?catID=229. Select a letter which is most similar to the situation the letter is being written for and alter the letter to be specific, appropriate and personal.When sending a letter which has legal repercussions, always send the letter via certified mail so that both sending and receiving is documented by signature and receipt.More reference links: http://www.free-legal-document.com/letter-of-regret.html http://www.letterrep.com/Regret_Letters-c-229.html?catID=229
