Marks & Spensers may not necessarily be the first name that springs to mind when you're thinking about renewing your House Insurance or Car Insurance, but M&S do indeed offer a comprehensive selection of financial products, all of which are competitively priced, and all of which you can purchase directly from the M&S Money Direct website. With a simple, no-hassle service, you can compare features between a number of M&S Money Direct products and competitor's products, and sign up in just a few minutes.

Whether you're looking for savings products or M&S Money Direct loans, credit cards or House Insurance - besides a number of other insurance products, M&S Money Direct can save you both time and money, with comprehensive information available at a click.

Free insurance quotes are available online for all of M&S Money Direct insurance products (House Insurance, Car Insurance, Travel Insurance, Wedding Insurance and Pet Insurance), or you may call if you wish to on the telephone number provided. Suffice to say that there is also plenty of information which you can download for each of the M&S insurance products in document format too.

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

When you're shopping at Marks & Spencer online store for your summer outfit, or looking for furniture to give your home a makeover, then spend a moment to also consider products from M&S Money Direct. Offering everything from savings accounts and credit cards, to House Insurance and Car Insurance, there's a lot more going on at Marks & Spencer than you might imagine.

In particular, if you're thinking of travelling soon, then consider Travel Insurance from M&S Money Direct. With images of volcano ash still fresh in many traveller's minds, it's good to remember there were many travellers who ended up wishing they had spent just a few pounds extra to obtain travel insurance for their trip. Of course, unfortunately, after the event is too late!

In fact, had you purchased travel insurance from M&S Money Direct, you would have been in good hands; within just a short time of the volcanic ash disruptions, visitors to the M&S Money Direct website would have seen a message stating that although claims relating to volcanic eruptions are not normally covered by travel insurance, that on this particular occasion, they would "allow claims from UK customers affected by the volcanic ash that has recently grounded flights."

Classic Non-Wired Padded Lace Bra, at Marks & Spensers
Non-wired to provide you with a more natural silhouette. This great bra offers superior support thanks to adjustable straps and added stretch, while the lace design has a feminine touch

3 Pure Cotton STAIN-AWAY™ Short Sleeve Polo Shirts, at Mark's & Spencer
An outstanding value pack of polo shirts in pure cotton. They're treated with STAIN-AWAY™, our unique high performance finish which helps prevent everyday stains, and makes them easy to wash out clean. It even works with ink blots!

Leather Square Buckle Prong Stitch Belt, at Marks and Spenser
This square buckle belt is ideal for wearing with casual styles

Oak & Metal Photo Frame 20 x 25cm (8 x 10"), at Marks & Spencers
Wide border Rectangle shape Aperture: 20 x 25cm (8 x 10''), Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Autograph Acetate Aviator Sunglasses, at Marks and Spencer
Practical and fashionable, these aviator sunglasses are designed in a flattering modern style

Mock Vest T-Shirt, at Marks & Spencer
Fun and fashionable, this mock-layer t-shirt in a soft cotton is a practical easycare style

Rustic Flowers Multipack of Mini Cards, at M&S
Cover text: 2 x blank and 2 x thank you Inside message: blank for your own message 8 cards, 4 designs Approx size: 95 x 80mm

Albany Cereal Bowl, at Marks & Spencer
Versatile fine dining range Suitable for everyday use Diam 18cm Makes an ideal gift, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Autograph Lace Cardigan with Cashmere, at M&S
Soft and snuggly, this practical cardigan will keep her feeling warm and comfortable. With luxury in every detail, this is part of our exclusive Autograph collection

Artificial Lisianthus & Wide Bud Vase, at Marks and Spenser
Wide bud vase Circular base Pebble lined Diameter: 41cm, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

3/4 Sleeve Stripe Print Shirt, at M&S
This outstanding value 3/4 length sleeve shirt makes a stylish addition to your wardrobe. A great fashion choice for everyday wear

Blossom Floral Roll Wrap, at Marks and Spencers
Pack contains: 1 roll wrap Approx size: 150 x 70cm

Short Sleeve Textured Knit Open Front Cardigan, at Marks & Spenser
Pretty and feminine, this cardigan features a textured knit design. A smart modern look

Autograph Two Tone Bracelet Watch, at M&S
Stylish and modern, this two tone bracelet watch gives a clean, smart look

Pure Cotton Long Sleeve Simple Stripe Shirt, at Mark's & Spencer
Smart and stylish, this long sleeve stripe shirt is made from pure cotton

Pure Cotton Satin Rose Cream Pillowcase, at Marks&Spencer
300 thread count 3D rose design Think climate! This can be washed effectively at 30C, find out more , Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Pure Cotton Monkey Hooded Tank Top & T-Shirt Set, at Marks and Spenser
This fashionable layered look is a 2 piece set - a long sleeve t-shirt and hooded tank top both in soft comfortable cotton. Stylish, practical and easycare.

Traditional Lace Pull-On Girdle, at Marks&Spencer
A traditional girdle with a high level of support to gently control tummies and shape hips. The perfect foundation for a smooth look

Per Una Pure Cotton Double Breasted Corduroy Jacket, at Marks & Spenser
A smart double breasted jacket in pure soft cotton, featuring long sleeves and side pockets

Hamilton Love Seat, at Marks & Spencers
H95 x W137 x D99cm Seat H49cm, arm H66cm, top back rail 73cm Seat cushions made from Quallofil Extralife filling. Click here for more information on Quallofil Extralife Cushions are reversible on fabric upholstery options Solid birch feet Free swatch samples: Order up to 6 free swatch samples of any fabric to help you choose your upholstery by calling 0845 603 1 603 This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more , Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Autograph Pure Wool Flat Front Broken Stripe Trousers, at Marks and Spencer
Fashionable and contemporary, these flat frot trousers are part of our exclusive Autograph collection. A great design, superior fabric and careful attention to detail make them exceptionally stylish and comfortable

Silver Bells Wedding Card, at Marks and Spencer
Cover text: On your Special Day Inside message: Wishing you happiness, laughter and love This card is made with material from FSC certified sustainable forests. Protecting the world's forests for the future Approx size: 175 x 126mm

Hand Finished Photographic Trinket Box Mother's Day Card, at M&S
Cover text: Just for you Mum xx Inside message: There are things that always cheer me Whenever I feel blue Theyre little pearls of wisdom And I learnt them all from you Approx size: 178 x 126mm

2 Pure Cotton Cargo Shorts, at Marks and Spenser
Relaxed and comfortable, these pure cotton shorts make a practical, fashionable choice

Pure Cotton Long Sleeve Hooded Jacket, at MarksandSpencer
Comfy and cosy, this hooded jacket feels soft and warm and is great value. A practical, easycare style

Pure Cotton Long Sleeve Hooded Top, at Marks and Spencer
Soft, snug and comfy, this cotton top is outstanding value. It features a hood. Fashionable and practical

Per Una 3/4 Sleeve Stripe Cardigan, at Marks and Spencers
A fashionable 3/4 sleeve stripe cardigan in textured fabric. Assorted buttons make it extra stylish

Baby Girls' Warm Lined Pram Shoes, at Marks&Spencer
Round toe Riptape fastening Emboidered motif Ankle high

Cotton Rich Hooded Eskimo Reversible Jacket, at Marks and Spencer
She'll have two looks in one with this practical reversible jacket. It's warmly padded and made from soft comfortable cotton

Blue Harbour Linen Blend Short Sleeve Check Shirt, at Marks & Spencers
Relaxed and stylish, this large check shirt is made from a blend of linen and cotton so it feels cool and comfortable to wear

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 M&S 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 M&S, through its M&S Money Direct 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.