Judy Said:

appeal letter to a university admissions decision...formal business letter?

We Answered:

Yes. YOu should use a formal business format...
Ex.

Date
[double space]
address
[double space]
To Whom It May Concern:
[double space]
introduction
body paragragh
closing
[double space]
Salutation (Sincerly or Thank You)
Your name
[double space]
then sign your name in ink

Good Luck!

Johnny Said:

formal business letter help?

We Answered:

Dear Sir or Madam is preferable.

Herman Said:

How do you fold a business letter?

We Answered:

A formal business letter is to be folded in 3rds from bottom-to-top. Therefore when it is opened, they will see the top of the letter accordingly.

Bobby Said:

Is "Or the like" suitable in a formal/business letter? Or is there any better words for business letter?

We Answered:

I would use "such as" and follow it with a clear example of what you are talking about.
Example:

I would like something done about my substandard CD player such as it being replaced or an offer of my money back.

Marie Said:

Do i have to indent paragraphs when writing a formal letter? NOT A BUSINESS LETTER.?

We Answered:

No. You can use the block format, where every line begins on the left margin. Remember to use 'formal' style salutations etc.

Agnes Said:

Can you use ``via`` in a formal business letter?

We Answered:

Of course, it makes sense to use that word in that sentence.

I've used it in letters to people before, it said: "Please respond via email or fax xxxx@xxx.us or (111) 555-0123

Albert Said:

Is there any useful website where I can find the proper method of writing a formal business letter?

We Answered:

http://www.ehow.com/how_1370_write-forma…

http://www.leedstrinity.ac.uk/sdev1/drob…


http://www.unc.edu/depts/wcweb/handouts/…


Here are a few hope they help!!! =)