Besides Marks and Spencer Motor Insurance, Marks & Spencer Money Credit Cards and other financial products, Marks & Spencer Money Buildings Insurance deserves particular mention, with it being particularly good value for money, and providing extra insurance cover that many UK insurance companies either don't provide at all, or would charge extra for.

With Marks & Spencer Money Premier Contents policy, for example, student's belongings are not only covered at home, but also at college or university. Additionally, dependent relatives are also covered if their belongings happen to be in a nursing home. Even better still, your Marks and Spencers purchases are also protected while you take them home.

Also, on both Marks & Spencer Money Premier Buildings Insurance and Standard Buildings Insurance policies, you can choose to include Contents Away From Home. This option would then provide valuable cover all of your personal belongings on a worldwide basis.

Shopping for financial products at Marks & Spencer Money UK website is just as simple as shopping for fashion or furniture at the Marks & Spensers online store. Here are just some of the financial products which can be purchased via the Marks & Spencer Money website:

• M&S Insurance: M&S Motor Insurance, M&S Buildings Insurance, M&S Life Insurance, M&S Wedding Insurance, M&S Pet Insurance, M&S Travel Insurance
• M&S Credit Cards: M&S Credit Card, M&S Premium Club Card
• M&S Loans: M&S Car Buying Plan, M&S Personal Loans
• M&S Money: M&S Travel Money for your trips abroad
• M&S Savings: M&S Everyday Savings Account, M&S Fixed Rate Savings, M&S Stocks & Shares ISA, M&S Cash ISA, M&S Unit Trust

Of course, many of these types of product can be purchased elsewhere too; however, once you begin to take a closer look at the products from Mark's & Spencer, it's easy to see that these are good financial products, at value-for-money prices.

And, just as importantly, contacting Marks & Spencer Money in the event of a query, or an insurance claim, is as easy as picking up the phone, or visiting the Marks & Spencer Money website.

Marks & Spencer Money Insurance: There are, quite literally, hundreds of companies in the UK from whom you can purchase insurance. Whether you're looking for the best deal on Motor Insurance, buildings and contents insurance, or even wedding insurance, it doesn't take long to find a company that will sell you a policy.

However, not all insurance companies, and certainly not all insurance policies, are the same. What may be standard on one insurance policy may be an optional extra on another, for instance; Motor Insurance and Buildings Insurance are especially like this.

For example, most home and contents insurance policies either ask you to provide the total cost of rebuilding your home plus the total value of your home contents, or they will set an upper limit. This may seem fine at the time, but, in the event of a claim on your Buildings Insurance policy, the values act as maximum limits, and so you may, in effect, be under-insured and not receive the full value of your insurance claim.

Fortunately, Marks & Spencer Money Insurance does not have these insurance limits, excepting liability and cash cover, and therefore you can not be under-insured.

Fairtrade Cotton Buds, at Marks & Spencer
Contains approx 200 cotton buds By buying this item you are ensuring that cotton farmers in the developing world can improve their livelihoods Click here to view a video about Fairtrade Cotton

Handcrafted 3D Butterfly Mother's Day Card, at Marks and Spencers
Cover text: With love on Mother's Day Inside message: Blank for your own message Approx size: Unfolded: 150 x 150mm

2 Pairs of 15 Denier Shine Bodyshaper Tights, at Marks & Spencers
Bodyshaper tights are made to shape and lift your curves for a firm sculpted look. Added stretch moulds your figure for a more defined silhouette

Warwick Chair, at Marks & Spenser
H97 x W68 x D83cm Seat H49cm (all dimensions are approximate) Seat cushions filled with shape-retaining foam - superior quality foam with a high density for added comfort and support Frame made from solid hardwood. All main joints are glued and screwed to give the frame strength Solid birch feet with an ebony finish All of our fabrics are treated with Stain-Defence™ - a stain resistant finish - at no extra cost. Fabrics are tested for resistance to wear and fading Detailed care instructions are included Free eco-friendly home delivery. Our crews will unpack, assemble and position the item This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more Free swatch service: Order up to 6 free swatch samples of any fabric to help you choose your upholstery by calling 08457 624 624 Please note: Images displayed here act as a guide and may not be representative of the finished item. Fabrics are overlayed onto model images, so actual seams and pattern match may differ from what is shown. Leather furniture, in particular, has more seams than fabric upholstery due to the nature of the material, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Ceriso Lace Trim Animal Print Shorts, at MarksandSpencer
Gorgeously feminine, these modern shorts feature an animal print and lace trim. The low rise, low leg style gives a flattering, shapely fit. Designed for women who want the latest look

Sartia Morellino di Scansano 2007 - Case of 12, at Marks & Spencer
Style: Dry, medium bodied, unoaked Grape variety: Sangiovese 80% and Syrah 20% Country of origin: Italy Closure: Natural cork Suitable for vegetarians Bottle: 12 x 75cl. Alcohol by volume: 13.5% vol. Alcohol units per bottle: 10.1 Alcohol units per 125ml:1.7 Contains sulphites You must be 18 or over to purchase this product This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

Autograph Chocolate Tile Bedcover, at Marks and Spencer
Quilted tile design, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

3 Pairs of Collezione Pure Cotton Socks, at M+S
Smart socks with a luxurious feel and appearance. A reinforced heel and toe gives extra durability

Tribeca 2 Seater Sofa AU09 Newness, at Marks and Spencer
Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Hannah Montana Wrap Pack, at Marks and Spencers
2 sheets, 2 tags Each sheet: 495 mm x 695 mm

°Climate Control Matress Protector, at Marks & Spensers
Keeps you in a comfort zone all night long Absorbs body heat, releasing when you need it Made using outlast technology, originally developed for NASA, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Gold Plated Mixed Bead Necklace, at M+S
Mixed bead design Clasp fastening Necklace length 122cm

My 1st Wood House Shape Sorter, at Mark's & Spencer
Suitable for ages 0-3yrs Includesd base of house, side panels, handle, roof panels, pegs, glue and blocks This product conforms to the EN71 and the Toy Safety Directive, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Pearl Effect Floral Stud Earrings, at Marks n Spencer
Butterfly stud fastening Floral design Pearl effect Diamant detail

Samsung 55'' LE55B650 TV HD Ready LCD Crystal TV™, at Marks and Spenser
HD Ready 1080p: Displays images in Full HD 1080p, the maximum resolution defined for HDTV use, when connected to an HD compatible device Display: 55 inch LCD screen, 1920 x 1080 resolution Dynamic contrast ratio: Ultra Contrast Integrated Digital Tuner: Provides access to all Freeview™ terrestrial digital channels and radio stations (subject to coverage in your area) Dimensions: W131 x D30.8 x H89.4cm (with stand), W131 x D7.9 x H84.1cm (without stand) Weight: 37.2kg (with stand), 28.8kg (without stand) SRS TruSurround HD: SRS Trusurround HD & Dolby Digital Plus Connectors: 3 x HDMI , 2 x scart, 1 x RF Input, 1 x component, 1 x PC input, 1 x digital audio (Optical), Headphone jack DNIe+ Technology: The Digital Natural Image Engine produces images with incredible depth and density. Advanced contrast and detail enhancers combine to produce deeper richer lifelike colours Wide Colour Enhancer 2: Primary colours are strengthened to increase depth and intensity to show pictures in all their natural beauty Clear Panel Prevents glare to keep images clean and clear Use wall mount T042104 to perfectly mount this TV, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Cotton Blend Floral Button Jeans, at Marks and Spencer
Fashionable and practical, these cotton jeans are hardwearing and comfy. Floral buttons give a cute look

Collections - PB BK END GIRAFFE, at Marks & Spencer
Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

2 Machine Washable Multi Stripe Ties, at Mark & Spencers
Smart style at a great price! This pack of 2 ties is outstanding value. They're machine washable, so you save on cleaning too

3 Pairs of Collezione Cashmere Touch Socks, at Marks & Spensers
Inspired by Italy, these superior cotton rich socks are made with a touch of cashmere for the ultimate in softness and luxury. Exclusively designed for M&S

Limited Collection Cotton Blend Embellished Kaftan with Silk, at Marks & Spencers
Feminine and delicate, this flattering kaftan is designed in the latest shape. The ultimate in poolside glamour

Nokia 6300 - T-Mobile Pay as you talk Mobile Phone, at MarksandSpencer
Maximum of 2 phones per customer may be purchased Talk Time: Up to 3.5 hours Stand-by Time: Up to 14 days Screen: 320 x 240 pixel TFT QVGA screen, up to 16.7 Million True colors, 2 inch Ringtones: Video ringing tones , MP3 ringing tones, True tones, and MIDI tones for up to 64 polyphonic tones Dimensions: H10.6 x W4.3 x D1.3cm. Weight: 91g Camera: 2 megapixel, 8x digital zoom and full screen viewfinder Radio: FM stereo radio with Visual Radio Music player: Music player supporting MP3, MP4, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, H.263, H.264 Internet: XHTML browser, access your email on the go and send attachments Games and applications: Java™ MIDP 2.0 games and applications Memory: Up to 7.8 MB internal user memory. MicroSD card slot (up to 2GB) for storing pictures and music Messaging: SMS and MMS Battery: BL-4CBattery(860 mAh) Voice Features: Voice recorder, voice volume control, voice commands, voice messaging, integrated handsfree speaker Connectivity: Mini USB, Bluetooth, AV 2.5mm Video: Video recorder and player Includes in the box: Nokia 6300 handset and Nokia stereo headset HS-47

Cotton Rich 3 Button Check Pyjama Bottoms, at Marks and Spencer
Pretty and feminine, these check pyjama bottoms are made from soft cotton rich fabric for a comfortable night's sleep

Autograph Leather Stud Pumps, at MarksandSpencer
Round toe Stud toe feature Slip on Heel height: 15mm

Luxury Pure New Wool Rich Flat Front Trousers with Cashmere, at Marks & Spencer
Enjoy the timeless British tailoring of our Luxury range. Over 20 hours of hand stitching goes into every one of these beautifully tailored suits. The exceptional craftsmanship, careful attention to detail and luxurious wool and cashmere blend fabric creates a look of impeccable elegance

Laser Cut Champagne Flutes Wedding Card, at MarksandSpencer
Cover text: a toast to love, wedded bliss, together husband & wife, wedding, Love cherish, celebration, forever, true love, romance, happy couple, On you wedding day Inside message: With love on your special day Approx size: 230 x 114mm

Collezione Pure Cotton Twill Stripe Shirt, at Mark's & Spencer
Italian style is renowned for its attention to detail. Each collezione piece is designed with that same passion, using the finest fabrics and best tailoring techniques. Inspired by Italian flair, we've lavished time and care on this shirt to give you a feeling of luxury like no other

Organic Le Bosquet de la Dame 2007 - Case of 12, at Mark & Spensers
Style: Dry Grape Variety: Syrah, Grenache Country: France Closure: Natural cork Bottle: 12 x 75cl. Alcohol by volume: 14% vol. Alcohol units per bottle: 10.5 Alcohol units per 125ml: 1.8 Contains sulphites You must be 18 or over to purchase this product This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

Linen Blend Leaf Print Blouse, at M&S
This fab short sleeve blouse features a stunning leaf print design. A sophisticated new look, perfect for this season

Metal Gem Bud Photo Frame 13 x 18cm (5 x 7"), at Marks and Spenser
Metal bud design Aperture 13 x 18cm (5 x 7 in), Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Philips HQ7380 Electric Shaver, at Marks&Spencer
Precision cutting system: Ultra-thin heads with slots to shave long hairs and holes to shave the shortest stubble Reflex action system: Automatically adjusts to every curve of your face and neck Comfort shaving heads: The skin friendly profile enables smooth skin contact for a comfortable shave Super lift and cut technology: The dual blade system lifts hairs to cut comfortably below skin level Spring-released pop-up trimmer: Full width, pop-up trimmer is perfect for grooming sideburns and moustache Can be easily rinsed under the tap Corrosion-free heads Hair-collecting chamber Replacable head

Not so long ago, only banks and traditional insurance companies offered financial or insurance products, yet today it may often seem as if even the local corner shop is offering financial products. That's not quite true, of course, but many more companies do offer financial products than used to be the case, and it can sometimes be difficult to decide who is offering the best deal.

And, while Marks & Spensers once offered mostly fashion products, with the only hint of a credit card being when you paid for your shopping at the checkout, today you'll find as good a deal on M&S credit cards as you will with the latest range of M&S fashion.

In fact, these days Marks & Spencer, through its Marks & Spencer Money website, offer a range of financial products which would not look out of place in many banks, including M&S Motor Insurance, M&S Buildings Insurance, M&S Travel Insurance, M&S Pet Insurance, savings products, M&S Credit Cards, M&S Loans, and much more besides.