value of the property. for example, painting kitchen cupboards might cost you your time and $25, or $125 if you pay someone to do it. they may look new as a result, and so add $1,000 or more to the selling price of the house.
actually installing new cupboards could cost $6,000 and add only $6,000 or $7,000 to the home value. in that case, the painting is clearly a better value. of course, there will be times when the new cupboards make more sense, especially in some high-end homes. do the math.
as you consider the options you have, always think of return on investment. you may need the help of 