Besides Mark & Spencers Motor Insurance, M&S Money Direct Credit Cards and other financial products, M&S Money Direct Buildings & Contents 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 Money Direct 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 M&S Money Direct Premier Buildings & Contents Insurance and Standard Buildings & Contents 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.

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 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 & Contents 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 & Contents 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.

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

• M&S Insurance: M&S Motor Insurance, M&S Buildings & Contents 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 & Spencer, it's easy to see that these are good financial products, at value-for-money prices.

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

Collezione Eclectic Leather Strap Watch, at Mark's & Spencer
Smart and sophisticated, this watch adds a touch of Italian inspired style. It features an adjustable leather strap

1 Litre Clear Glass Mixing Bowl, at Marks and Spenser
1 litre capacity Classic design Clear, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Older Girls' Heart Jelly Pumps, at Mark's & Spencer
Round toe Slip on Cut out heart detail Jelly design Flat sole

Per Una Jacquard Stripe Belted Skirt, at Marks and Spencers
A fashionable long length skirt featuring jacquard stripe design. Matching buckle belt gives it a Per Una touch

Ultimate All Season Stormwear™ Mac, at Marks and Spenser
Stylish and contemporary, this mac is treated with Stormwear™ technology, a breathable finish that repels water and stains

Perfect Puff Sleeve Satin Blouse, at Marks & Spencer
Puff sleeves and rich forest green are both key trends this autumn. Our satin blouse combines the two to fabulous effect

16GB Apple iPod nano - Latest Generation, at Mark's & Spencer
Holds up to 4,000 songs, 16 hours of video, 14,000 photos, or some of each Genius feature finds the songs in your library that go great together and makes a Genius playlist for you Shake iPod nano to shuffle your music Cover Flow - turn it on its side to flip through album art Watch movies, TV shows, and video Curved, anodized aluminum and curved glass design Large, bright display with 320-by-240 resolution Tilt, move, and play accelerometer-inspired games (games available separately) 2-inch (diagonal) color LCD display with LED backlight. 320 by 240 pixels at 204 ppi Dimensions: H9 x W3.9 x D0.6cm Weight: 36.8g In the box: iPod nano, earphones, USB 2.0 cable, dock adaptor, Quick Start guide Built-in rechargeable lithium ion battery capable of up to 24 hours of audio playback and up to 4 hours of video playback For Mac and Windows. Requirements: Windows Vista or Windows XP Home or Professional or Mac OS X v10.4.11 or later TM and 2008 Apple Inc. All rights reserved 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

7 Pair of Freshfeet Stripe Sole Socks with Silver Technology, at Marks and Spencer
Our odour control Freshfeet socks are now better than ever with a new Sanitised Silver finish. Known for its natural antibacterial properties, silver helps reduce the presence of bacteria that causes smelly odours, so your feet stay fresh with every step and it keeps working for the lifetime of the socks

Autograph Sport Body Spray, at Marks and Spencer
Deodorising body spray 150ml This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

Widefit Almond Toe Buckle Shoes, at Marks & Spencer
Almond toe Buckle fastening Mid heel Heel height: 53mm Comes in sizes 3-8, including half sizes

Malabar Nest of Tables, at M & S
Set of 3 H61 x L63 x W46cm (largest) Made from solid mango wood Protective low-sheen lacquer finish for added durability Legs made from solid wood Delivered flatpack due to size Free eco-friendly delivery to your home. Our crews will unpack, assemble and position the item Why use veneers? Unlike solid timber, veneer does not twist/warp/split to the same degree. Only the finest logs are used in veneer production. It is environmentally sound and traditional - much of the finest cabinetry in the world is veneered Care & Cleaning - Wipe with a soft clean cloth and use a mild furniture cleaner or polish occasionally. Be sure to follow the manufacturers instructions, and be aware that polishes can add sheen This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more , Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

3 Enamel Storage Jars, at MarksandSpencer
3 part set Tea, coffee and sugar jars Matching lids with handle Upper and lower 3 groove detail H17 x D13.5cm, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

2 Limited Collection Cotton Rich Low Rise Shorts, at Mark's & Spencer
Fabulous and modern, these shorts are part of our Limited Collection lingerie. Theyre made from soft stretch cotton and designed to fit and flatter. For a funky look, mix and match with coordinating lingerie from Limited. Casual, contemporary fashion

Womens' Interest - Magazine Gift Subscription, at Marks & Spencer
With this gift subscription, the recipient can choose from 1 of 5 great magazines - Top Sante, Closer, Heat, Mother & Baby or Grazia

Per Una Essentials Pintuck Bikini Briefs, at M&S
Elegant and feminine, these stylish bikinis feature pintuck details. The low rise style gives a flattering shapely fit and is ideal for wearing under hipsters. Pretty everyday fashion

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

Spot Print Lace Back High Leg Knickers, at MarksandSpencer
A great style for making your legs look longer, these lace knickers are designed with a flattering high cut

Linen Rich Single Breasted 1 Button Pinstripe Jacket, at Marks and Spencers
Chic and stylish, this pinstripe jacket is tailored to fit and flatter. A great choice for work or smart occasions

Linen Blend Roll Up Cargo Trousers, at Marks n Spencer
Relaxed and comfortable, these linen blend cargos feature roll up legs. A practical easycare style. Made in an eco-factory, designed to use less energy and create less waste

Autograph Occasions Pure Silk Cape Bolero, at Marks & Spencer
Beautifully designed and luxurious, this semi sheer silk bolero features a layered design and a single button fastening. An exclusive, luxurious look from Autograph for your wedding day

Utensil Pot, at Marks & Spencers
Plain Groove detail H20 x Diam 17.5cm, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

2 Pairs of Opaque Assorted Print Tights, at Marks & Spencers
Stock up on stylish essentials with this pack of 2 opaque heart and butterfly print tights

Cotton Rich Leaf Damask Cushion, at Mark & Spencers
Leaf jacquard design L43 x W43, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

2 Pairs of Ben 10 Socks, at Mark's & Spencer
A must for all fans of Ben 10, these outstanding value socks feature assorted Ben 10 designs

Oval Droplet Chandelier, at Marks&Spencer
Cylinder Droplet design Steel rim H80 x W82 x D28cm This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more , Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Airflex™ Cool Lace Up Apron Shoes, at Marks & Spensers
Round toe Stitch detail Lace up Unique Airflex™ airflow system for unbeatable comfort

Terre du Lion Saint Julien 2001 - Case of 6, at Marks & Spencer
Style: Full bodied Grape variety: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot Country of origin: France 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 You must be 18 or over to purchase this product This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

Summer Living Striped Napkin Ring, at Mark & Spencers
Round shape Stripe design, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

5 Pairs of Footsies, at Marks and Spencer
These soft semi-opaque footsies are designed to hide inside your shoes for extra comfort

Autograph Flat Front Plain Trousers, at Marks n Spencer
A flat front and black tones give them a modern look and feel that can be worn in the office or when out and about. Plus, the crease resistant fabric with stretch makes them ideal for everyday 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 Marks n Spencer, 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 Motor Insurance, M&S Buildings & Contents Insurance, M&S Travel Insurance, M&S Pet Insurance, savings products, M&S Credit Cards, M&S Loans, and much more besides.