Rookie question.If there were to be a reverse takeover, what are...

Rookie question.
If there were to be a reverse takeover, what are the benefits and/or risks from a shareholders point of view?  I've never been a shareholder of a company that's been involved in a RTO but I assume that if the private company that is looking to become publicly listed via this avenue during a period where the private company is doing well or expanding operations, a RTO is a positive development and there would be an upside for the current investor.  Any opinions and guidance appreciated.