Limited number of shareholders: An S corp cannot have more than 100 shareholders, meaning it can't go public and limiting its ability to raise capital from new investors.
LLCs can have an unlimited number of members; S corps can have no more than 100 shareholders (owners).
Unlike sole proprietorships, a corporation can be owned by multiple people.
To qualify for S corporation status, the corporation must meet the following requirements: Be a domestic corporation. Have only allowable shareholders. Have no more than 100 shareholders. Have only one class of stock.
Maryland recognizes the federal S corporation election and does not require a state-level S corporation election.
Unlike sole proprietorships, a corporation can be owned by multiple people.