Shopping for financial products at M&S Finance UK website is just as simple as shopping for fashion or furniture at the Marks & Spencers 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 Motor 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 & Spenser, 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.

Besides Marks and Spenser Motor 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 & Spencers 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.

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 and Spencer 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 M&S Finance website, offer a range of financial products which would not look out of place in many banks, including M&S Motor 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.

Philips 57'' FL7404 Full HD LCD TV, at Marks and Spenser
HD Ready 1080p: High Definition Multimedia Interface™ (HDMI) connections make your TV a multimedia centrepiece. Connect HD digital devices like disc players, game consoles, Digital Camcoder and satellite dish components into the rear connection for displaying an HD source on an HDTV Display: 57 inch LCD TV Contrast Ratios: Dynamic contrast 80,000:1 Integrated Digital and Cable Tuner Aerial Input- 75 ohm coaxial (IEC75) , Video Playback- NTSC, SECAM, PAL , DVB- DVB-T MPEG4*, DVB-C MPEG4* Tuner bands-Hyperband, S-Channel, UHF, VHF Dimensions: W126 x H77 x D12cm (without stand) , W126 x H82 x D31cm (with stand) Weight: 28kg (without stand), 32kg (with stand) Connections: 4 x HDMI , PC connectivity, USB, EasyLink (HDMI-CEC)- One touch play, Remote control pass-through, System audio control, System standby HD Natural Motion: Philips invented HD Natural Motion to eliminate juddering effects that are visible with movie-based picture content 2 x 10 W with Incredible Surround: An invisible sound system that blends perfectly with the design of the cabinet Picture enhancement: Pixel precise HD, 3/2 - 2/2 motion pull down, 3D Combfilter, Active Control + Light sensor, Digital Noise Reduction, Dynamic contrast enhancement, Luminance Transient Improver, Progressive Scan, 2D/3D noise reduction, 100 Hz LCD, HD Natural Motion Playback Formats: MP3, LPCM, JPEG Still pictures, MPEG1, MPEG2, H.264/MPEG-4 AVC Video formats: 480i, 60 Hz, 480p, 60 Hz, 576i, 50 Hz, 576p, 50 Hz, 720p, 50, 60 Hz, 1080i, 50, 60 Hz, 1080p, 24, 25, 30, 50, 60 Hz Computer formats: 640 x 480, 60 Hz, 800 x 600, 60 Hz, 1024 x 768, 60 Hz, 1280 x 1024, 60 Hz, 1360 x 768, 60 Hz, 1600 x 1200, 60 Hz, 1920 x 1080, 60 Hz Sound: 2 x 10 W (Incredible Surround, Treble and Bass Control, Nicam Stereo ) Power: 220 - 240 V, 50 Hz This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more 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, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Tree Pastry Cutter, at Marks and Spencer
Tree design, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Cotton Rich Bootleg Plain Jeans, at Marks&Spencer
Flattering and fabulous, bootcuts make legs look longer and are kind to curves. This pair sits on the waist and is designed to give a shapely feminine silhouette. Added stretch gives the perfect fit

Blue Harbour Luxury Long Sleeve Shirt with Silk, at Marks & Spencer
Classically stylish, this long sleeve shirt is cut for a great fit. It's made from a luxurious blend of linen and silk

Autograph Criss Cross Knot Waist Belt, at M&S
Define your waistline with this fashionable criss cross knot belt

North Coast Pure Cotton Bootleg Jeans with Belt, at Marks & Spenser
Relaxed and comfortable, these pure cotton bootleg jeans give a fashionable casual look

Autograph Sport Hair & Body Wash 200ml, at Marks&Spencer
For hair and body 200ml

Sprung-Edge Non-Storage Divan & Autograph M500 Mattress - Firm, at Marks & Spencers
No turn mattress Mattress and divan are anti-allergy Mattress: spring count 1225, depth 27.5cm Divan height: 41.5cm Single 3ft: W90 x L190cm Double 4ft6: W135 x L190cm King size 5ft: W150 x L200cm Super king size 6ft: W180 x L200cm This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Non-Iron Long Sleeve Simple Stripe Shirt, at Marks & Spencer
Smart and innovative, this easycare shirt has a special finish on the fabric and is cleverly constructed to make it non-iron. A great time saver, ideal for work wear

Stainless Steel Pastry Wheel Cutter, at Mark & Spensers
Looped handle for hanging storage Cutting wheel L19 x W4 cms, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Filigree Design Sunglasses, at Mark & Spencers
These elegantly understated sunglasses will never go out of style. A fabulously versatile summer essential

Blue Harbour Single Breasted Stitch Jacket with Inner Gilet, at Marks & Spencer
Luxurious and stylish, this tailored jacket and gilet is made from a cool cotton and linen blend

Brand New 200 Sudoku Puzzles for The Weekend, at Mark's & Spencer
At the end of a stressful working week, relax with this new collection of sudoku puzzles. You dont need to be a maths whiz, all you need is a logical mind. So prepare your favourite breakfast and grab yourself a pencil to enjoy this collection of 200 sudoku puzzles for the weekend.

Collezione Luxury Wool Rich Centre Pleat Trousers with Cashmere, at Marks & 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 these trousers to give you a feeling of luxury like no other

Per Una Frill Trim Corsage Bolero & Floral Vest, at Marks and Spencer
A feminine 3/4 sleeve frill trim bolero featuring a floral print outer vest and plain inner vest. The corsage makes it extra stylish

Collezione Luxury Leather Wallet, at Marks & Spensers
Smart, stylish and practical, this leather wallet makes it easy to organise cards, notes and coins

Frill V-Neck Swimsuit, at Marks and Spenser
Stylish and shapely this flattering swimsuit is designed in the latest shape. Designed to fit and flatter

Pure Cotton 3/4 Length Camouflage Belted Shorts, at Marks & Spencer
Relaxed and comfortable, these 3/4 length cotton shorts make a practical, fashionable choice

Autograph Rose Embroidered Waist Cincher, at Marks & Spencer
This waist cincher gives total body definition, shaping your tummy, waist and bottom with the flexibility of wearing your own bra. It's comfortable, breathable and easy to move around in, and the special finish keeps you cool and dry.

Small Fishbowl Vase, at Marks and Spencer
Incredibly versatile, this elegant vase is ideally suited for smaller floral arrangements or simply displayed on its own for an understated effect

M&S Summer Flat Weave Trilby Hat, at M & S
Keep a cool head this summer with this straw trilby. It adds a smart touch to formalwear and looks contemporary with casual outfit

Handcrafted Someone Special Daffodils Easter Card, at Mark & Spencers
Cover text: Happy Easter to someone special Inside message: blank for your own message Approx size: 178 x 125mm

Platinum Plated Diamanté Detail Baguette Ring, at Marks and Spencer
Add instant sparkling style with this gorgeous platinum plated ring, set with dazzling diamant.

Double Breasted Chunky Knit Cardigan, at Mark & Spencers
Modern and stylish, this cardigan is a great work-to-evening style.

Glass Top Digital Food Preparation Scales, at Marks & Spenser
Maximum capacity: 5kg/11lb Modern design Free standing, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

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

Per Una 3/4 Sleeve Textured Knitted Top, at M&S
A casual 3/4 sleeve top in soft textured fabric, featuring a scallop trim and round neck

Little Heart Necklace & Bracelet Set, at Marks and Spencers
2 part set Stretch bracelet and necklace Little heart design

Panasonic 50" TX-P50S10 Full HD Plasma TV, at Mark & Spensers
HD Ready 1080p: Displays images in Full HD 1080p, the maximum resolution defined for HDTV use, when connected to an HD compatible device Display: 50 inch plasma screen, 2,073,600 (1,920 x 1,080) pixels Contrast ratio (in dark surroundings): Native 30,000:1, Dynamic 2,000,000:1 Integrated Digital Tuner: Gives you access to all Freeview™ terrestrial digital TV channels and all digital radio stations (subject to coverage in your area) Dimensions: (Including stand) W121.8 x H81.4 x D40.1cm, (without stand) D121.8 x H76.9 x D10.5cm Weight: (with stand) 34kg, (without stand) 32kg V-Audio Surround: V-Audio delivers crystal-clear sound with superior bass performance Connectors: 3 x HDMI, 2 Scart, PC Input, S-Video, Component Video Input, Headphone Jack, VIERA Superior Picture Quality: The VIERA system provides richly expressed images with enhanced contrast and deeper natural colours, thanks to the wider x.v.Colour palette Digital Cinema Colour: Superb colour reproduction with 5,1200 steps of gradation Intelligent Frame Creation With 24p Playback: The Intelligent Frame Creation achieves high moving picture resolution even in fast-motion scenes. 24p Playback creates high speed playback of images to recreate the full cinematic experience SD Card Slot: View your treasured photos on the big screen by simply removing your camera's memory card and sliding it into the SD card slot VIERA Link: Enables you to control all your AV systems with only one remote Use wall mount T042104 to perfectly mount this TV, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Limited Collection Wood Bead Necklace, at M & S
Tie fastening Wood bead design Cord chain Necklace length 69cm

M&S Finance offers a variety of financial and insurance products, but Motor Insurance is something that almost everyone needs - at least if you own a car. Unfortunately there are so many companies offering Motor Insurance today that, after a while, one policy may begin to look much like the next.

Thinking that most Motor Insurance policies are much the same is usually a bad idea. At worst it can be a very expensive mistake - this is when you find out that your Motor Insurance policy doesn't actually cover you for what you thought it did, or it takes your Motor Insurance company months and months to argue over whether to pay you or not. Fortunately M&S Finance Motor Insurance is not like that at all, and when you compare M&S Motor Insurance to the competition then it stacks up quite nicely.

For example, here are just some of the options which come as standard with Marks and Spencer 5 Star Premier cover Motor Insurance (correct at May 2009), which are quite often not included with comparable Motor Insurance plans from companies such as Direct Line, Sainsbury's, or Tesco Direct:

• Personal UK and European Breakdown Cover automatically included
• Comprehensive cover for trips abroad in the European Union - up to 90 days per trip
• Courtesy car during approved repairs automatically included
• Cover for Motor Legal Protection automatically included

So, it is clear that, besides being good value, M&S Motor Insurance also provides much more extensive cover than some of the top competitors. Additionally, you don't even need to be behind the wheel to benefit from M&S Finance UK and European Breakdown Cover, since it covers you as a passenger too.