Fundraising for startups

Flexible fundraising tools designed for founders

Effortlessly navigate SEIS and EIS financing with professional services, fast turnarounds and in-built compliance.

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With expert guidance at every stage and full HMRC support, experience the difference of raising on a unified platform – from modelling your round to closing.
  • Access flexible fundraising plans
    Needs-based packages, transparent pricing
  • Get hands-on, premier support
    Strategic guidance, white glove service
  • Easily understand your raise
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Behind every fundraise

Every startup has a fundraising story. We're here to support yours.

Track shares, investor holdings and dilution – from incorporation to exit.

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Experience an easier funding round

All the essentials to get your next round off the ground, fast.
Unpriced round modelling
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Understand the impact of your next raise and prepare for negotiations.
Easy Advance Assurance
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Bolster your investment prospects with fast services for SEIS and EIS.
Efficient round closing
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Create agreements, customise templates and collect signatures, on one platform.
Full SEIS & EIS support
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Confirm tax advantages for investors with HMRC services and in-app certificates.
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Working with Carta to get Advance Assurance couldn't have been easier. The team dealt with HMRC on my behalf but kept me informed at every stage. It was smooth and simple from start to finish.
Nina Mohanty
Founder & CEO, Bloom Money

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FAQs

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Is Advance Assurance mandatory?

While Advance Assurance is not mandatory, it is recommended for all companies planning to raise under SEIS or EIS.

How long does S/EIS take?

We’ll help prepare your S/EIS 1 application. Once it's been submitted, it can take up to 4-6 weeks to hear back from HMRC.

What’s the difference between SEIS and EIS?

The Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme is designed for seed-stage funding only, while the Enterprise Investment Scheme caters to later-stage startups.

Learn more about the differences between SEIS and EIS here.

Is Raise the right plan for me?

If you’re at the start of your fundraising journey and want help with Advance Assurance, Raise may be right for you.

Compare all packages and plans to learn more here.

What convertible note templates can I use?

Carta’s round closing feature supports Advance Subscription Agreements (ASAs) and Simple Agreements for Future Equity (SAFEs).