Marric brothers

24 Besen Parkway, Monsey, ny 10852 (914) 352-8198

March 15, 20__

The Jimmy Store

36 Deborah Lane Spring Valley

NY 10977

Dear Mr. Lindsell,

After three months, we still have not received your check in the amount of $500 or any explanation as to why your payment has not been sent. Since you have always paid so promptly, we are wondering if perhaps there are extenuating circumstances or if there is some error in your statement.

If either is the case, please contact us so that we can work together to retain your good credit standing. Or, place your check for $500 in the enclosed envelope.

Sincerely,

Marc N. Eric

Marric brothers

24 Besen Parkway, Monsey, ny 10952 (914) 352-8198

May 15, 20__

The Jimmy Store

36 Deborah Lane Spring Valley

NY 10977

Dear Mr. Lindsell,

For five months we have been writing to you in an attempt to clear up your unpaid balance of $500. You have chosen to ignore all our efforts.

Can't we settle this matter between ourselves? If you send your check for $500 today, you can continue your good credit reputation. Unless payment in full is received within ten days from the date of this letter, we will turn this matter over for collec­tion.

The choice is yours. If your check reaches us by May 25, your credit reputation will remain intact, and we will be able to continue doing business with you on a credit basis. Please mail us your check for $500 today.

Sincerely,

Marc N. Eric

TASKS:

1. Find the Russian equivalents for the following sentences and word-combinations:

1. You can count on a brisk turnover if prices are competitive and deliveries prompt.

2. We’d like to know if you are prepared to grant us a discount.

3. Irrevocable letter of credit

4. Discount for cash payment

5. The procedure of payment is stipulated in Article 10 of the above contract.

6. We have made out our first invoice for the services of our specialists.

7. You have reduced the amount of the invoice without our consent to it which contradicts Article 10 of our contract.

8. You have infringed the contract in respect of terms of payment.

a) Мы выставили первый счёт за услуги наших специалистов.

b) денежный перевод

c) Мы хотели бы знать, сможете ли вы предоставить нам скидку.

d) скидка за платеж наличными

e) Вы уменьшили сумму счёта без согласования с нами, что противоречит пункту 10 контракта.

f) безотзывной аккредитив

g) Вы нарушили контракт в отношении условий платежа.

h) Вы можете рассчитывать на интенсивный товарооборот при условии, что цены будут конкурентоспособными, а поставки продукции своевременными.

i) Такой порядок платежей предусмотрен пунктом 10 упомянутого контракта.

2. Insert the prepositions where necessary. Translate into Russian:

1. Your invoice has now been received, and … checking this we find that you have made a mistake … the extension of item No 3, 15 chairs … £3.35.

2. We thank you …your remittance for £117 received today … our bank.

3. … the coming year we will probably place regular orders … you and our present method of payment by letter … credit will become inconvenient.

4. There is discrepancy between the packing list … case 3 and your invoice: the number of items entered … the invoice and that … the case do not coincide.

5. As specified … all our estimates and invoices our terms of business are 30 days net.

6. Our terms and conditions … sale as printed … our invoices must be strictly observed.

7. The prices do not include import duties, which should be paid … the Buyer of the equipment … compliance with the customs regulations … force in the country.

8. This is a special offer and is not subject … our usual discount.

9. We are accepting your order … the prices quoted in our letter, but cannot guarantee that they will hold good … further orders.

10. We are willing to offer you a discount of 5 % … future orders of value £ 5,000 or over, and this may help you to develop … your market.