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Specific Performance

A concise definition for the California Real Estate Exam study guide.

Definition

An equitable remedy that compels a party to perform a contract as agreed. Available for real property contracts when legal requirements are satisfied and money damages are inadequate.

Why it matters on the California real estate exam

Know the definition, recognize how the term appears in a fact pattern, and compare it with related concepts before choosing an answer.

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Chapter 3: Contracts, Offers, Contingencies & Remedies →