Does a cash buyer's proof of funds actually guarantee a fast James Island closing?

A cash buyer's proof of funds shows they have the money available, but it doesn't guarantee a fast James Island closing on its own, since title work, the attorney-supervised closing South Carolina law requires, and inspection negotiations still take real time regardless of financing. A cash deal can move faster than a financed one mainly by skipping the appraisal and loan underwriting steps. Brian Beatty sets realistic closing timelines with James Island sellers rather than assuming cash means instant.