Want to keep those kitchen remodeling costs in check?  Consumer Reports says, “The remodeling industry seems to have turned the corner, with kitchens leading the way, according to the National Kitchen & Bath Association’s latest market report. In the first three months of 2012, the number of homeowners who started a kitchen renovation was up more than 50 percent from the previous quarter. The average budget for those projects, meanwhile, jumped 6 percent to $30,325, and nearly all dealers expect that figure to increase or stay the same. If you’re planning a remodel of your own, these findings underscore the need to stick to your budget. Here are five tips pulled from Consumer Reports 2012 Kitchen Report.”