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  • Why Is Car Insurance So Pricey? NPR Analysis on Costs

    Why Is Car Insurance So Pricey? NPR Analysis on Costs

    Why Car Insurance Costs Have Gone Up (And Why It Matters Car insurance has become a frequent concern for many households as premiums rise faster than wages for some and linger stubbornly for others. NPR’s ongoing Cost of Living series shines a light on the factors driving higher prices and what families can do to…

  • Why Car Insurance Has Gotten So Expensive: Understanding the Rising Costs

    Why Car Insurance Has Gotten So Expensive: Understanding the Rising Costs

    Rising Costs Aren’t Just About Your Premium Car insurance bills have been climbing for years, and many drivers are left wondering why. While each policy is unique, several broad factors tend to push prices higher: increased repair costs, higher medical bills, more frequent or severe accidents, and shifts in regulation and underwriting practices. Understanding these…

  • Why Car Insurance Prices Are Rising: A Look at the Cost Drivers

    Why Car Insurance Prices Are Rising: A Look at the Cost Drivers

    Introduction: Why car insurance costs have become a common concern The NPR series Cost of Living is highlighting how everyday expenses are shifting under persistent inflation. Car insurance is one of the fastest-moving costs for many households. When premiums climb, it isn’t just a number on a bill — it changes budgeting, commuting choices, and…

  • Money Diaries: A Chemist on €52K Living in Cork

    Money Diaries: A Chemist on €52K Living in Cork

    How a Cork Chemist Manages Money on a €52K Salary Welcome to a behind‑the‑scenes look at everyday finances in Ireland. In this installment of The Journal’s Money Diaries, we meet a 27‑year‑old chemist living in County Cork. Earning a base salary of €52,000 with shift allowances and an annual bonus, she and her partner are…