# Learn the fundamentals and fundraise with confidence

Raising a round isn’t easy, but you’re not alone. Experience the difference of fundraising with the world’s best tools and experts at your fingertips.

## Getting started

Author: The Carta Team  
Date: January 2026  
featured article  
Startup funding: A founder’s guide to raising startup capital  
Learn more about the entire startup funding process, including the different types of startup capital, what to expect at each funding stage, and how to prepare for a successful fundraise.

[Learn more about Startup funding](/content/learn/startups/fundraising/index.html)

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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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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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.

[View](/content/learn/startups/fundraising/pitch-deck/index.html)

## Fundraising 101 video course

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.

[Learn more](/content/learn/startup-fundraising-101/index.html)

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

[Learn more](/content/learn/startup-fundraising-101/1/?slide=3/index.html)

VIDEO COURSE  
**The pitch deck and funnel process**  
Understand the pitching process and build an efficient fundraising funnel - step-by-step.

[Learn more](/content/learn/startup-fundraising-101/3/?slide=1/index.html)

## Fundraising through SEIS & EIS

[**A guide to SEIS**](/content/learn/startups/fundraising/seis/index.html)
[**SEIS tax relief**](/content/learn/startups/fundraising/seis/seis-tax-relief/index.html)
[**SEIS loss relief**](/content/learn/startups/fundraising/seis/seis-loss-relief/index.html)
[**SEIS investment funds**](/content/learn/startups/fundraising/seis/seis-investment-funds/index.html)
[**A guide to EIS**](/content/learn/startups/fundraising/eis/index.html)
[**EIS tax relief**](/content/learn/startups/fundraising/eis/eis-tax-relief/index.html)
[**EIS loss relief**](/content/learn/startups/fundraising/eis/eis-loss-relief/index.html)
[**EIS investment funds**](/content/learn/startups/fundraising/eis/eis-investment-funds/index.html)

## Investment insights

[**Cap table management tips from a startup lawyer**](/content/blog/cap-table-management-tips-for-investment/index.html)

[**UK startup investment in 2024**](/content/blog/uk-startup-investment-2024/index.html)

[**The state of seed in 2023**](/content/blog/seed-vc-funding-2023/index.html)

## Convertible securities

[**Convertibles: CLNs, ASAs & SAFEs**](/content/learn/startups/fundraising/convertible-securities/index.html)
[**Fundraising with SAFEs: Everything you need to know**](/content/learn/startups/fundraising/convertible-securities/safes/index.html)
[**Pre-money vs. post-money SAFEs**](/content/learn/startups/fundraising/convertible-securities/pre-money-vs-post-money-safes/index.html)

## Popular tools

[**Convertible securities calculator**](https://www.app.europe.carta.com/convertible_securities_calculator/)
[**Cap table template**](/content/learn/resources/cap-table-template/index.html)
[**Employee option pool calculator**](/content/learn/resources/option-pool-calculator/index.html)
[**Burn rate calculator**](/content/learn/resources/burn-rate-calculator/index.html)