Retailers who sell items for the back-to-school crowd should note predictions for from the National Retail Federation for spending this year. Overall spending for back-to-school and back-to-college are expected to top last year’s spending, even though prices are up. Remember: Check for your state’s sales tax holiday if any related to back-to-school items (e.g., Florida’s sales tax holiday on back-to-school items runs through August 7). #Ideaiofthe Day