The first issue of PropertyWise magazine for 2007 is coming out on Friday January 26.

After a year of predicting and projecting how Bulgaria's European Union membership will affect the real estate market, in the closing days of 2006 the magazine interviewed several real estate professionals about their expectations.

Architects, real estate agents, economists and investors share their views about prices, interest rates, demand, quality, Black Sea development and the shortage of construction workers.

The magazine's lead feature takes a deeper look at the manner EU accession will affect the property sector. It also examines the deregulation of property-related professions.

Issue 1 2007 also focuses on gated communities and the reasons for their growing popularity.

PropertyWise again offers reliable coverage of real estate matters such as the conditions for mall success, how to tap into EU funds, Sofia's parking problem and the Romanian property market.

The first issue for 2007 will be available at news stands and in the best hotels starting January 26. For more information and to subscribe visit www.propertywisebulgaria.com or write to editor@propertywisebulgaria.com.