Living longer, working longer

Abstract

"In the paper the effect of self-reported life expectancy on retirement decisions is analysed. The objective is to see whether individuals who expect to live longer also decide to work longer in order to maintain certain consumption level during the overall retirement period." (Author's abstract, IAB-Doku) ((en))

Cite article

Romeu Gordo, L. (2007): Living longer, working longer. The effect of self-reported life expectancy on retirement decisions. In: (2007): Arbeitsmarkt- und Sozialpolitikforschung im Wandel : Festschrift für Christof Helberger zum 65. Geburtstag (Volkswirtschaftliche Forschungsergebnisse, 120), p. 277-293.