Specific Performance
A court order requiring a party to perform the contract, often used when damages are inadequate and the real property is unique.
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What does Specific Performance mean on the Texas real estate exam?
Answer: A court order requiring a party to perform the contract, often used when damages are inadequate and the real property is unique.
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Specific Performance definition
Specific performance is a remedy in which a court orders a breaching party to carry out the contract as agreed, rather than simply paying money damages. It is available in real estate because each parcel is considered unique, so money may not make the wronged party whole.
A buyer who wants the property itself, not just compensation, seeks specific performance.
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