# 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

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Author: The Carta Team\
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Date: January 2026\
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featured article\
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Startup funding: A founder’s guide to raising startup capital\
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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.](https://fund-forecasting@carta.com/sg/en/learn/startups/fundraising/)

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Fundraising\
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August 2024\
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SEIS vs EIS: Comparing UK venture capital schemes\
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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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View](https://fund-forecasting@carta.com/sg/en/learn/startups/fundraising/seis-vs-eis/)

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Fundraising\
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August 2024\
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Advance Assurance for SEIS and EIS\
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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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View](https://fund-forecasting@carta.com/sg/en/learn/startups/fundraising/seis-eis-advance-assurance/)

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Founder Education\
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August 2023\
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The ultimate guide to pitch decks for founders\
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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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View](https://fund-forecasting@carta.com/sg/en/learn/startups/fundraising/pitch-deck/)

## Fundraising 101 video course

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VIDEO COURSE\
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**Startup Fundraising 101**\
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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.](https://fund-forecasting@carta.com/sg/en/learn/startup-fundraising-101/)

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**Finding product-market fit**\
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Learn the different types of pre-seed funding, the investors you'll meet, and the importance of product-market fit.](https://fund-forecasting@carta.com/sg/en/learn/startup-fundraising-101/1/?slide=3)

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VIDEO COURSE\
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**The pitch deck and funnel process**\
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Understand the pitching process and build an efficient fundraising funnel - step-by-step.](https://fund-forecasting@carta.com/sg/en/learn/startup-fundraising-101/3/?slide=1/)

## Fundraising through SEIS & EIS

[**A guide to SEIS**](https://fund-forecasting@carta.com/sg/en/learn/startups/fundraising/seis/)

[**SEIS tax relief**](https://fund-forecasting@carta.com/sg/en/learn/startups/fundraising/seis/seis-tax-relief/)

[**SEIS loss relief**](https://fund-forecasting@carta.com/sg/en/learn/startups/fundraising/seis/seis-loss-relief/)

[**SEIS investment funds**](https://fund-forecasting@carta.com/sg/en/learn/startups/fundraising/seis/seis-investment-funds/)

[**A guide to EIS**](https://fund-forecasting@carta.com/sg/en/learn/startups/fundraising/eis/)

[**EIS tax relief**](https://fund-forecasting@carta.com/sg/en/learn/startups/fundraising/eis/eis-tax-relief/)

[**EIS loss relief**](https://fund-forecasting@carta.com/sg/en/learn/startups/fundraising/eis/eis-loss-relief/)

[**EIS investment funds**](https://fund-forecasting@carta.com/sg/en/learn/startups/fundraising/eis/eis-investment-funds/)

## Investment insights

[**Cap table management tips from a startup lawyer**\
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[**UK startup investment in 2024**\
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[**The state of seed in 2023**\
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## Convertible securities

[**Convertibles: CLNs, ASAs & SAFEs**](https://fund-forecasting@carta.com/sg/en/learn/startups/fundraising/convertible-securities/)

[**Fundraising with SAFEs: Everything you need to know**](https://fund-forecasting@carta.com/sg/en/learn/startups/fundraising/convertible-securities/safes/)

[**Pre-money vs. post-money SAFEs**](https://fund-forecasting@carta.com/sg/en/learn/startups/fundraising/convertible-securities/pre-money-vs-post-money-safes/)

## Popular tools

[**Convertible securities calculator** \ 
View tool](https://www.app.europe.carta.com/convertible_securities_calculator/)

[**Cap table template** \ 
View tool](https://fund-forecasting@carta.com/sg/en/learn/resources/cap-table-template/)

[**Employee option pool calculator** \ 
View tool](https://fund-forecasting@carta.com/sg/en/learn/resources/option-pool-calculator/)

[**Burn rate calculator** \ 
View tool](https://fund-forecasting@carta.com/sg/en/learn/resources/burn-rate-calculator/)