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Guide to startup fundraising

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Author: The Carta Team
Date: July 2023
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Startup funding: How to start fundraising
Learn everything you need to know about startup funding, from types of investors and funding rounds to alternative fundraising options and when to start the process.
SEIS vs EIS: Comparing UK venture capital schemes
Startup Fundraising
August 2024
SEIS vs EIS: Comparing UK venture capital schemes
SEIS and EIS are vital to the UK’s startup ecosystem, with many early-stage investors only considering companies using tax-friendly fundraising schemes. Learn about the differences and similarities between SEIS and EIS.
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Advance Assurance for SEIS and EIS
Startup Fundraising
August 2024
Advance Assurance for SEIS and EIS
If you’re looking to raise startup funding through SEIS or EIS, securing Advance Assurance from HMRC can help you attract early-stage investors. Learn what Advance Assurance is, why it matters to investors and how to apply for it.
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The ultimate guide to pitch decks for founders
Founder Education
August 2023
The ultimate guide to pitch decks for founders
Prepare for your next fundraise with this guide to pitch decks. Learn the outline of a great pitch deck for investors & download a free template to get started.
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Fundraising 101 video course

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VIDEO COURSE

Startup Fundraising 101

Raising money for your startup is one of a founder's most important jobs. Let our experts give you the roadmap to an easier and more efficient fundraising round.
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Finding product-market fit

Learn the different types of pre-seed funding, the investors you'll meet, and the importance of product-market fit.
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VIDEO COURSE

The pitch deck and funnel process

Understand the pitching process and build an efficient fundraising funnel - step-by-step.
Carta Classroom | Curriculums | Startup Fundraising 101 thumbnail
VIDEO COURSE

Startup Fundraising 101

Raising money for your startup is one of a founder's most important jobs. Let our experts give you the roadmap to an easier and more efficient fundraising round.
Lesson 1: When and how much to raise thumbnail

Finding product-market fit

Learn the different types of pre-seed funding, the investors you'll meet, and the importance of product-market fit.
Lesson 3: Angel investors thumbnail

The pitch deck and funnel process

Understand the pitching process and build an efficient fundraising funnel - step-by-step.
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SEIS & EIS fundraising
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Fundraising through SEIS & EIS

A guide to SEIS

SEIS tax relief

SEIS loss relief

SEIS investment funds

A guide to EIS

EIS tax relief

EIS loss relief

EIS investment funds

Investment insights

Cap table management tips from a startup lawyer

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Cap table management tips from a startup lawyer

UK startup investment in 2024

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UK investment scene in 2024

The state of seed in 2023

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The state of seed in 2023

Convertible securities

Convertibles: CLNs, ASAs & SAFEs

Fundraising with SAFEs: Everything you need to know

Pre-money vs. post-money SAFEs

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CS01: Filing a confirmation statement with Companies House
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CS01: Filing a confirmation statement with Companies House
UK companies must file a confirmation statement (CS01) with Companies House every year. Learn how to complete and file a CS01 form, and how Carta simplifies the process.
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For startups seeking early-stage funding, ‘requirements have definitely gone up’
Data & Research
October 2024
For startups seeking early-stage funding, ‘requirements have definitely gone up’
Compared to two years ago, valuation step-up multiples have declined while the typical time between priced rounds has risen. How are founders navigating the market’s ebbs and flows?
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Simple agreement for future equity (SAFE)
Startup Fundraising
September 2024
Simple agreement for future equity (SAFE)
In this article, we’ll break down the potential advantages and disadvantages of fundraising with SAFE agreements, as well as a detailed list of everything you need to know before issuing SAFE investments.
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Priced rounds
Founder Education
August 2024
Priced rounds
A priced round is when a cash investment or loan is exchanged for equity in a company based on its valuation. Learn more about fundraising through priced rounds, including the benefits and limitations.
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Fair Value (FV)
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August 2024
Fair Value (FV)
Learn what fair value means for stock, how to determine a stock’s value, and why 409A or IFRS 13 valuations are so crucial for private companies.
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Pre-money vs. post-money SAFEs
Startup Fundraising
August 2024
Pre-money vs. post-money SAFEs
Learn the difference between pre-money and post-money SAFEs (Simple Agreement for Future Equity) and how each can impact your equity ownership.
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Enterprise Investment Scheme: A guide to EIS for startups
Startup Fundraising
August 2024
Enterprise Investment Scheme: A guide to EIS for startups
The UK’s Enterprise Investment Scheme provides funding and growth opportunities for early-stage businesses. Find out how the scheme works, which companies qualify and what tax benefits are available for investors.
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Convertible securities
Founder Education
August 2024
Convertible securities
In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about three common convertible securities (convertible loan notes, advance subscription agreements and SAFEs) and how they’re used in unpriced funding rounds.
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State of Private Markets: Q2 2024
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August 2024
State of Private Markets: Q2 2024
In Q2 2024, the venture ecosystem showed modest signs of improvement.
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