Contracts
If a seller defaults on a real estate purchase contract in Illinois, the buyer's remedies may include:
AOnly return of the earnest money deposit
BReturn of earnest money, money damages, or specific performance (forcing the seller to sell)✓ Correct
CFiling a complaint with IDFPR only
DForfeiture of the buyer's right to buy the property for 2 years
Explanation
If a seller defaults (e.g.
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