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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
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
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.
SEIS & EIS fundraising
Power your next round with professional services, fast turnarounds and in-built compliance.
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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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