Thursday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: Financial experts share what they wish they could have told their younger selves about money. Also in the news: A shift in the housing market, student loan borrowers in default get a do-over, and 4 ways to find flight deals.

Just Starting Out? Learn From Our Mistakes
Some personal finance experts share what they wish they could have told their younger selves about money.

Suddenly, the Housing Market Is Not All About the Sellers
Selling a home these days isn’t as effortless as a year ago, when a seller could choose among competing buyers.

Student Loan Borrowers in Default Get a Do-Over
About 7.5 million student loan borrowers with loans in default are set to get a fresh start — a chance to enter repayment in “good standing” — but only if they opt in.

Flight Deals Still Exist: 4 Ways to Find Them
Vigilance, flexibility and some airline miles are key to getting good deals in today’s airfare market.