Specific performance is a legal remedy in contract law that compels a party to fulfill their obligations as outlined in a contract. This remedy is typically sought when monetary damages are insufficient to remedy the breach, such as in cases involving unique items or real estate, where the subject matter cannot be easily replaced. In a specific performance case, the court orders the breaching party to complete the contract as agreed. This is often used in transactions involving real estate or rare collectibles, where the value lies not just in the item itself but in the specific agreement made between the parties.