Contracts

Liquidated damages in a real estate contract are:

ADamages calculated by the court after breach
BA pre-agreed amount of damages specified in the contract for breach✓ Correct
CPunitive damages designed to punish the breaching party
DMedical expenses related to property defects

Explanation

Liquidated damages are a specific dollar amount (or formula) agreed to in advance and specified in the contract as the remedy for breach. Earnest money often serves as liquidated damages if the buyer defaults.

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