A seller defaults on a purchase agreement. The buyer may be able to force the seller to sell by suing for

Rationale

Specific performance allows a buyer to force a seller to fulfill a purchase agreement.

Specific performance is a legal remedy that compels a party to execute the terms of a contract when they have failed to do so. In real estate transactions, this is often the remedy sought by buyers when a seller defaults, as the property is unique and monetary damages may not suffice.

A (rescission.) YOUR ANSWER

Rescission refers to the cancellation of a contract, effectively restoring both parties to their original positions before the agreement. While a buyer might seek rescission if they wish to nullify the contract entirely, this does not compel the seller to complete the sale; rather, it terminates the buyer's right to enforcement.

B (specific performance.) CORRECT

This remedy is sought when the buyer wants the seller to complete the sale as initially agreed. Given the unique nature of real estate, courts often favor specific performance over monetary damages, ensuring that the buyer receives the exact property they contracted to purchase.

C (fraud.) YOUR ANSWER

Fraud involves deceptive practices that induce one party to enter a contract under false pretenses. While a buyer can claim fraud if the seller misrepresented material facts, this would typically lead to different remedies, such as rescission or damages, rather than compelling the seller to perform the contract.

D (damages.) YOUR ANSWER

Damages refer to monetary compensation awarded to the injured party in a contract dispute. While a buyer may seek damages for losses incurred due to the seller's default, this does not compel the seller to complete the sale and only provides financial restitution.

Conclusion

In cases where a seller defaults on a purchase agreement, specific performance is the appropriate legal remedy that allows the buyer to enforce the contract and compel the seller to complete the transaction. Other options like rescission, fraud, and damages do not achieve the goal of forcing the seller to fulfill their obligations under the contract.

A seller defaults on a purchase agreement. The buyer may be able to force the seller to sell by suing for

Specific performance allows a buyer to force a seller to fulfill a purchase agreement.

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