Benefits & Risks of Owner Financing for Seller/Owner?

[Kate B.]

I am the owner of a property in rural Vermont that I hope to sell, but will rent out if I don't get a good price.   Recently someone proposed that I offer owner financing.   I do not know much about it.    From the point of view of the owner/seller, what are the benefits and what are the risks of owner financing?

Thanks.   I have a lot to learn!