Any investment comes with risks but owning rental properties is one part of a diversified investment portfolio for many investors.
Rental properties often come with a required ‘hands-on’ approach, including contact with tenants, dispute resolution and awareness of local and national rental regulations.
Here’s a link to an article discussing five of the common risks involved in investment rental properties.
https://www.inman.com/2017/06/09/5-potential-risks-you-face-with-rental-properties/