Making small-scale changes around the house may provide a much better return on investment than a complete remodelling, it has been suggested. Jack Forman renovated his kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances and accessories, but when he tried to sell his property he was told by his new estate agent that replacing plumbing fixtures - such as kitchen taps - would probably have been a better idea, the News Leader reports. He remarked My neighbours think the house is beautiful, but the buyers arent willing to pay for it.According to the news source, making sure an individual does not overspend on home improvements is a key factor in the property market. In Remodeling magazines 2009 Cost vs. Value report, homeowners are advised to make cheap additions to their kitchen such as repainting cabinets, upgrading the flooring and installing low-cost countertops. Earlier this month, Jean Patteson - writing for the Orlando Sentinel - stated that replacing a kitchen sink is one way of potentially adding value to a property.