the reason that s-corp is popular is that most accountant is more familiar with corp system, including tax and filing.
LLC is a lot more flexible than a Corp. there's almost no formality requirement. no administrative duties to have the annual meetings, etc. And it can provide just as much protection as a Corp. Being an LLC, you can also elect to be taxed as a S-corp. So tax wise, you receive the same treatment. If your business is successful, you can convert LLC into a C-Corp easily with a simple filing as well. Maybe CA has some special rules that favors S-Corp, of which I don't know. Otherwise, LLC is a better form for individuals.
LLC is a lot more flexible than a Corp. there's almost no formality requirement. no administrative duties to have the annual meetings, etc. And it can provide just as much protection as a Corp. Being an LLC, you can also elect to be taxed as a S-corp. So tax wise, you receive the same treatment. If your business is successful, you can convert LLC into a C-Corp easily with a simple filing as well. Maybe CA has some special rules that favors S-Corp, of which I don't know. Otherwise, LLC is a better form for individuals.