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Cal. Civ. Code § 3306 — Damages for Breach of Contract [[3300.] - 3322.]

Cal. Civ. Code § 3306

Type
Statute
Source
California Civil Code
Jurisdiction
California
Current through
Nov 2, 2026 (California Legislative Counsel)

The detriment caused by the breach of an agreement to convey an estate in real property, is deemed to be the price paid, and the expenses properly incurred in examining the title and preparing the necessary papers, the difference between the price agreed to be paid and the value of the estate…

Citator

Cal. Civ. Code § 3306 — Damages for Breach of Contract [[3300.] - 3322.] is in force in the current edition of the Code, and nothing recorded condemns it.

The detriment caused by the breach of an agreement to convey an estate in real property, is deemed to be the price paid, and the expenses properly incurred in examining the title and preparing the necessary papers, the difference between the price agreed to be paid and the value of the estate agreed to be conveyed at the time of the breach, the expenses properly incurred in preparing to enter upon the land, consequential damages according to proof, and interest.