[RickM]

Owain, I can tell you from hearing experiences from both camps.

The money to be made in Commercial leasing can be very good. However, you must be connected as most leasees will go to a broker to find a property. Depending on where you live, leasing/renting building space is typically on or off. If it's hot then it's expensive from the acquisition side. You will most likely need big bucks to get in.

Residential should be less expensive. If I were to get into it now I'd go for the condo or townhouse rental. The less to maintain the better.

Either way you have to choose your tenants carefully.

Others here have more experience and I'm sure they'll comment.