Contracts
Under Illinois law, if a seller refuses to sell after a valid contract is signed without legal justification, the buyer may seek which remedy MOST specific to real estate?
ACompensatory damages equal to the difference in price
BSpecific performance compelling the seller to complete the sale✓ Correct
CA new listing agent to re-list the property
DRescission of all prior negotiations
Explanation
Because each piece of real estate is considered unique under the law, money damages may be inadequate to compensate a buyer when a seller refuses to close. The most specific remedy for a buyer in Illinois when a seller breaches a real estate contract is specific performance—a court order compelling the seller to complete the sale according to the contract terms.
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