Shopping for financial products at M&S Finance UK website is just as simple as shopping for fashion or furniture at the Marks and Spenser online store. Here are just some of the financial products which can be purchased via the M&S Finance website:

• M&S Insurance: M&S Car Insurance, M&S House 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 Marks & Spencers, it's easy to see that these are good financial products, at value-for-money prices.

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

M&S Finance 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 Car 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; Car Insurance and House 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 House 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, M&S Finance Insurance does not have these insurance limits, excepting liability and cash cover, and therefore you can not be under-insured.

Besides Marks & Spencers Car Insurance, M&S Finance Credit Cards and other financial products, M&S Finance House 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 M&S Finance 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 & Spencer purchases are also protected while you take them home.

Also, on both M&S Finance Premier House Insurance and Standard House 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.

Long Sleeve Faux Fur Lined Fleece Jacket, at Marks and Spencer
Want style and comfort? This faux fur lined fleece jacket looks great and will keep you feeling warm, cosy and snug

Halterneck Bold Stripe Bikini Top, at Marks & Spencers
Feminine and fashionable, this flattering bikini top is designed in the latest shape. A fabulous fashionable look

Photo Cocktail Sister Card, at M&S
Cover text: Fabulous Sister Inside message: Happy Birthday Approx size: 175 x 126mm This card is made with material from FSC certified sustainable forests. Protecting the world's forests for the future

Older Boys' Pure Cotton Bart Simpson Football Shorties, at Mark's & Spencer
A must for fans of The Simpsons, these pyjamas feature Bart playing football

Autograph Anodised Aluminium 16cm Saucepan, at Marks and Spencer
Charcoal-coloured aluminium design Non-stick interior for low-fat cooking and easy cleaning Excellent heat distribution with no hot spots Clear lid with handle Handwash only Riveted handle for durability Suitable for all cooker types except induction Diam: 16cm Capacity: 1.5 litre Oven safe to 180C/350F/gas mark 4, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Florentyna Bath Crystals, at Marks and Spencer
250g Florentyna fragrance

Classic Collection Floral Embroidered Wedge Slippers, at Marks & Spencers
Relax in style in these comfortable, hardwearing wedge slippers featuring emroidered floral detail. Machine washable for added convenience

Sterling Silver Loop Bangle Bracelet, at Marks and Spenser
Loop fastening Plain Sterling silver This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

Autograph Pure Cashmere Long Sleeve Cardigan, at Marks and Spencer
Sophisticated and modern , this plain cardigan is made from pure cashmere for the ultimate in luxurious softness

Low Rise Thong, at Marks and Spencers
These exceptionally soft and comfortable thong knickers are finished with smooth flat edges, so there are no visible outlines under clothes. The close fit and low rise style give a sleek, shapely look. Designed for women who want a streamlined silhouette

Girls' Limited Stripe Dress, at Marks and Spencer
Part of Girls' Limited, a contemporary casual collection in trend-conscious styles and soft comfortable fabrics, designed for easy layering. Perfect for stylish girls who love looking fashionable

Cream Polka Dot Cake or Favour Boxes, at Marks & Spencers
Contains: 10 cake or favour boxes Flat: 155 x 85 mm Folded: L130 x W80 x D27mm

Dog Humour Son Birthday Card, at M & S
Cover text: Super cool Son, Take it easy on your birthday... Inside message: ... Just like you do every day! Approx size: 215 x 150mm

Jersey Bootleg Trousers with Flower Belt, at Marks & Spencers
Comfortable, hardwearing bootleg trousers with stretch. Practical and easycare, they're an ideal choice for school. They come with the flower belt shown

Autograph Manor Damask Cushion, at Marks and Spencer
Square shape Damask design L56 x W56cm, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Pure Cotton Broad Brim Summer Hat, at Mark & Spencers
Express your stylish side with this wide brim hat

Per Una Body Spray, at Mark & Spensers
100ml This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

Pure Cotton Contrast Stitch Denim Cargo Trousers, at Marks and Spencers
Casual and relaxed, these stylish cotton belted cargo trousers are so comfortable and easy to wear. An effortless contemporary look that's fashionable, practical and easycare

Umberto Fiore Barbaresco 2005 - Case of 6, at Marks & Spencers
Style: Dry, medium bodied Grape variety: Nebbiolo Country of origin: Italy Closure: Natural cork Suitable for vegetarians Bottle: 6 x 75cl. Alcohol by volume: 13.5% vol. Alcohol units per bottle: 10.1 Alcohol units per 125ml: 1.7 Contains sulphites This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

Pure Silk Micro Square Tie, at M+S
Add a luxurious finishing touch with this smart micro square tie in pure silk

John Barrowman - Music Music Music CD, at Marks and Spencers
Audio CD, Marks & Spencer

Waterproof Mattress Protector, at Marks and Spencer
Quilted for comfort Completely waterproof, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Ashbourne Large 2-Seater Everyday Sofa Bed, at M&S
H99 x W222 x D104cm Seat H52cm (all dimensions are approximate) Seat cushions filled with shape-retaining foam - superior quality foam with a high density for added comfort and support Other cushions filled with polyester fibre. Gives a soft sit with a lived-in look, which will soften and relax even further with use. Fibre is sewn into channels within the interior to prevent settlement in one area of the cushion Fabric options feature reversible cushions Mattress L180 x W112x D6cm Sprung mattress rests on a slatted wooden base Mattress recommended for everyday use Sofa Bed will support a maximum combined weight of 160kg Frame made from solid hardwood. All main joints are glued and screwed to give the frame strength Frames are rigorously tested with 95kg weight equivalent and exceed standards set for heavy domestic use Solid birch feet with a dark 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 0845 603 1 603 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 that fabric upholstery due to the nature of the material, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Sony DCR-SX30ES Camcorder, at Marks n Spencer
Pixels: 800k pixel CCD sensor Zoom: 60x optical zoom / 2000x digital zoom Screen: 2.7'' Wide LCD with easy to use touchscreen Dimensions: 59 x W57 x 107mm Weight: 240g (without batteries and card) Video: AVI (MJPEG) movie files. Size: 640x480, 320x240, Frame rate: 30 fps, 15 fps Memory 4 GB internal flash memory, HYBRID recording on optional Memory Stick™ Image Stabilization: SteadyShot image stabilization for clearer video and stills Indexes Face Index and Film Roll Index for quick, easy searches Sound Stereo sound recording with zoom mic for clearer dialogue and sound of foreground subjects BatteryUp to 13 hours STAMINA continuous shooting time (with optional battery) USBOne Touch Disc Burn and Easy PC back up via USB 2.0 Hi-Speed connection (Output only) M&S is a member of the WEEE Distributor Take Back Scheme. Recycling your electronic waste has never been easier! Click here for more information This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

5 Cotton Rich High Leg Knickers, at Marks & Spencers
These blue, white and black cotton rich knickers are perfect for everyday wear. Added stretch gives a comfortable fit and shape retention

Fairtrade Pure Organic Cotton Casual Cargo Trousers With Belt, at Marks n Spencer
Look below to see a video clip about Fairtrade Fairtrade certification shows that suppliers have been paid a fair price for their products and their work. Our organic cotton is grown without harmful chemicals, using traditional farming methods

Kitchen Corner Base Unit, at Mark & Spencers
H87.5 x W87 x D87cm Delivered flatpack due to size, some self-assembly required. Delivered boxed to your door. You will need to unpack, assemble and position the item yourself This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more , Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Oudinot Brut Champagne, at Mark's & Spencer
75cl Oudinot Brut NV Champagne Not available to send separately You must be 18 or over to purchase this product This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

Funnel Neck Long Sleeve Performance Jacket, at Marks and Spencer
Ideal for active wear, this Performance jacket incorporates moisture management technology. The high-performance fabric draws moisture away from the skin to the surface, keeping you drier. Designed for a great fit and essential ease of movement

Fuzzy Teddy Hand Finished Birthday Card, at Marks & Spencers
Cover text: Happy Birthday xxx Inside message: To you! Approx size: 174 x 126mm

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 and Spenser, through its M&S Finance website, offer a range of financial products which would not look out of place in many banks, including M&S Car Insurance, M&S House Insurance, M&S Travel Insurance, M&S Pet Insurance, savings products, M&S Credit Cards, M&S Loans, and much more besides.