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Author: The Carta Team
Date: January 2026
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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.

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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Term sheets
A term sheet outlines the key terms of a startup investor’s offer. Learn how to read an investor term sheet before your next fundraising round.
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Down rounds
Understand what a down round means for your company, employees, and investors, and how to do a down round correctly if it's your best option.
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Fundraising 101 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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The pitch deck and funnel process
Understand the pitching process and build an efficient fundraising funnel—step-by-step.
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Funding rounds

Seed funding: Guide for startups
Priced rounds: Guide for founders
Series A funding
Series B funding

Types of investors

Types of investors for your startup

What is an angel investor?

Startup accelerators

Convertible notes & SAFEs

Convertible securities: SAFEs vs. convertible notes
Fundraising with SAFEs: Everything you need to know
Pre-money vs. post-money SAFEs