I think this could be a great strategy to relocate your assets to the more stable midwest. 1031 exchange should get you plenty of opportunities in the rust belt.

The city has a renowned international reputation for consistantly reeling in the top shelf corporations. 

Hello - in my opinion, Montana is a great and very stable market to invest in. 

I think they want to see consistent money and a stable job I would talk to your mortgage broker

For example if you buy a property now and in a few years the market drops will we see rent prices follow this trend, will they stay stable or will they increase? 

I have a good stable job, other moderate investments (stocks; commodities); equity in both rentals and rent revenue so I can offer collateral for a loan - but no US credit score. 

As far as the local area, the market is great for rentals as the military seems to keep it fairly stable.

Hi @Richard Olshove, We lease and manage homes in KC and focus on stable tenants and appreciation.

So if that property is stable and you anticipate continued appreciation and you can withstand any down turn and you like where your life is now then keep it - but no way should you put yourself into a negative cash flow position.  

The biggest advantage you have right now is that you're a w2 earner, and banks like stable and predictable borrowers.