Format for a Business Letter

 
In a business letter,
you do not indent. 
Everything is justified to the left.		 Your Name
Your Address 
City, State, zip
Date of Letter 
 
Use the complete name
and address 		 Recipient's Name 
and Address
City, State, Zip
If possible, address it 
to a particular person 
by name 		 Salutation (greeting): 

Opening Paragraph: State why you are writing.


Middle Paragraph(s): Give more details about the purpose of your letter. Refer to important facts.

Closing Paragraph: Restate your objective for writing the letter. State what you hope the letter will or has accomplished. Thank the person for their time and attention.
Always sign letters Sincerely, 
Have a buddy 
read your letter 
and give you ideas
for improving it! 		 (Your signature) 

Your name typed