A prominent economist set out to determine whether America's rising average retirement age will ever level off.

Mandatory retirement due to age is illegal in the U.S. in most cases, though many older workers still report being pushed out of jobs before they would have retired willingly. Improved health care and longer life expectancy also make extending careers more viable, while technology has reduced physical demands in many occupations.

However, there can be advantages to holding off on retirement and working a few additional years, so it’s important to look at the big picture when making your choice. How to na

Choosing when to claim Social Security is key to maximizing retirement income. Changes to Full Retirement Age in 2025 affect your benefits