You and your family are living in rented accommodation in an English speaking country. You are not satisfied with the condition of some of the furniture. Write a letter to your landlord. In your letter introduce yourself explain what is wrong with the furniture say what action you would like the landlord to take You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear .................,

Dear
Mr.
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John, I am writing
this
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letter to express my dissatisfaction with the furniture in your home. I've been living in the house for the
last
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decade with my family. I live in a rented apartment
that is
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situated in Brampton city with my husband and two children. Nowadays, I am facing tremendous problems
due to
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furniture.
Firstly
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, the stove in the kitchen is not working properly
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takes ages to cook food.
Secondly
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, the washing machine not only cleaned my clothes
thorouoghly
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thoroughly
, but
also
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showed some errors.
Thirdly
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, the front door is not locked properly because it is getting old. I will
appreicate
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appreciate
if
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you install a new stove and washing machine as well. It is the best idea if you repair the front door. So, I can live in the apartment for a long time. I am looking forward to your positive consideration. Yours faithfully, Rupinder Kau.

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grammar
Check the grammar and spelling so what you want is clear. Use proper words for 'furniture', 'repair', and 'wash' to avoid mix up.
structure
Make the problems clear and order them. Each sentence can name one issue.
content
Ask for action with a time limit, for example 'Please fix this by next week' to help you.
coherence
Split the letter into 2 or 3 short paragraphs: intro, problems, and what you want. It helps the reader.
format
The letter has a formal start and end: Dear ... and Yours faithfully.
layout
You use words like First, Then, and Third to show order.
content
You clearly state what action you want the landlord to take.
Topic Vocabulary:
  • Dear
  • I am writing to express my dissatisfaction
  • regarding
  • the condition
  • furniture
  • belongings
  • for instance
  • damaged
  • broken
  • worn-out
  • appliance
  • household items
  • it is unacceptable
  • inconvenient
  • inhabitable
  • affecting
  • negatively
  • urgent attention
  • replacement
  • repair
  • resolve
  • maintenance
  • prompt response
  • Thank you for your attention
  • Yours sincerely
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