A Reply to a Customers Request for an Extension of Payment

Dear Sirs,

Thank you for your check for US3 500. The balance remaining on your account is now US$3 000.

We understand that you have come across some unexpected financial difficulties and note with due attention your request for an extension.

Considering our long-term business relations, we offer you the following payment plan: US$1 000 by the 15th of the month for the next three months.

If you have another plan in mind, please contact us by phone so that we may discuss it. Otherwise, we will expect your next check for US$1000 on December 15.

Sincerely yours,

参考译文：

    谢谢你们3 500美元的支票。现在你们账上的欠款尚有3000美元。

    我们理解你们遭遇未曾预料的财政困难，我们也及时注意到你们延期付款的请求。考虑到我们之间长期的业务关系，我们向你们提供如下支付计划：在此后的三个月内，每月15日支付1000美元。

    如果你们另有设想，请用电话与我们联系，以便我们讨论。否则，我们将在12月15日期待着你们下一张1000美元的支票。