Josh wants to buy a small freehold townhouse with a price of 250,000. He is considering applying for a mortgage. The lending value assessed by the banker is 240,000. 

LVR                       MIF

80.1-85%             1.75%

85.1-90%             2.00%

90.1-95%             2.75%

How much would be the mortgage amount and how much would be the down payment if Josh takes out a 90% high-ratio mortgage?

How much is the mortgage insurance fees (MIF)?

Suppose MIF will be added onto the mortgage principal. Given the revised amount of loan, how much to pay per month? Assume an annual fixed-rate 4% and amortization over 25 years, monthly payment. 

How much would be the monthly pay if he used an 80% conventional mortgage? Assume an annual fixed-rate 4% and amortization over 25 years, monthly payment?

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