When you're shopping at Marks and 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 Finance. Offering everything from savings accounts and credit cards, to Buildings & Contents Insurance and Motor Insurance, there's a lot more going on at Marks and Spenser than you might imagine.

In particular, if you're thinking of travelling soon, then consider Travel Insurance from M&S Finance. 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 Finance, you would have been in good hands; within just a short time of the volcanic ash disruptions, visitors to the M&S Finance 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."

Mark & Spencers may not necessarily be the first name that springs to mind when you're thinking about renewing your Buildings & Contents Insurance or Motor Insurance, but Marks and Spencer 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 Finance 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 Finance loans, credit cards or Buildings & Contents Insurance - besides a number of other insurance products, M&S Finance 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 Finance insurance products (Buildings & Contents Insurance, Motor 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 Marks and Spencer insurance products in document format too.

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 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 Finance Insurance does not have these insurance limits, excepting liability and cash cover, and therefore you can not be under-insured.

Autograph Gold Tile Bedcover, at Mark's & Spencer
Embroidered patchwork design, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

M&S Flush Wall Mount for 22-32'' TV, at Marks and Spencers
Fits LCD screens from 22-32 inches Flush to wall mount VESA compliant for 22-32in screens No assembly required 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 , Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Autograph Pure Marble Soap Dish, at Marks & Spencers
Textured finish Rectangle Dipped centre H2 x W10 x 13cm, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Glow Bead Drop Earrings, at Marks & Spencer
Drop style Hook fastening Mixed beads

Portfolio Cross Over V-Neck Top, at Marks & Spencer
Part of Portfolio's Mimosa trend. A beautifully elegant look featuring chic, muted tones such as cocoa, mink, saffron and purple. Striking prints are key to this feminine trend

Green Floral Pillowcase, at Mark & Spensers
Floral embroidered design Contrast layered frill trim Fits standard pillows, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Autograph Pure Silk Sprig Tie, at Marks & Spenser
Fashionable and contemporary, this pure silk tie is part of our exclusive Autograph collection. Designer style and luxury at high street prices

Petite Knee Length Pleated Skirt with Belt, at Mark & Spencers
Smart and modern, this belted skirt makes a fashionable, flattering choice. Specially designed and perfectly proportioned for the petite frame

Enamel Diamanté Photo Frame 25 x 20cm (8 x 10"), at Marks and Spencers
Diamant flower detail Metallic trim Aperature 20 x 25cm (8 x 10 in), Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Per Una Lilly Print Kimono, at Mark's & Spencer
Modern and feminine, this pretty kimono is made from soft fabric so you can relax in comfort and style. Part of Per Una's sleepwear collection

Baby Girl Card, at Marks and Spencer
Inside Message: Congratulations! This card is made with material from FSC certified sustainable forests. Protecting the world's forests for the future Approx size: 150 x 150mm

Single Breasted Multi Button Jacket, at Marks & Spencer
Chic and stylish, this multi button jacket is tailored to fit and flatter. A great choice for work or smart occasions and it's machine washable for added convenience

Pink Champagne, at Marks & Spencer
Oudinot Ros Champagne 75cl bottle 12% alc vol Glass not included Price includes delivery Licensing Act 2003: it is an offence for any person under 18 years to buy or attempt to buy alcoholic liquor Looking to place a corporate bulk order? Please call 0845 6020602 This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

Stormwear™ Leather Lace-Up Walker Trainers, at Marks and Spencer
Round toe Lace-up Stitch detail Waterproof leather Stormwear™ technology repels water and stains

Younger Girls' Holiday Badge Clogs, at Marks & Spencer
Round toe Slip on Spot print Badge features Assorted badges

2 Stripe Tea Towels, at Marks n Spencer
Pack of 2 Stripe design Plain edge, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Autograph Pure Cotton Military Jacket, at Marks & Spencer
A smartly tailored military jacket in pure cotton rich fabric

All Whites - Case of 12, at Marks and Spencer
2 Mcon Millly-Lamartine Blanc 2007: It's so difficult to find good value white Burgundy these days, which is exactly why this wine is a real gem. With aromas of roasted peach and grilled nuts... 2 Trentino Chardonnay 2008: A scrumptious, lip-smackingly fresh style of Chardonnay from the mountain slopes of northern Italy... 4 Turn the Table Sauvignon Blanc 2008, Durbanville: A lively and invigorating Sauvignon Blanc with crisp acidity and a lovely touch of spice on the finish. Classic flavours of cut grass and freshly podded peas are complimented by a note of tangy lemon... 4 El Tidon Sauvignon Blanc 2008: Packed full of fresh, spicy flavour, this Spanish Sauvignon Blanc offers outstanding value for money... You must be 18 or over to purchase this product This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

Petite Cotton Rich Long Sleeve Shirt, at Marks and Spenser
Smart and stylish, this long sleeve shirt is made from stretch cotton for a flattering and fashionable fit. Specially designed and perfectly proportioned for the petite frame

Gone Fishing Keyring, at Marks and Spencer
You'll never lose your keys again with this eye-catching keyring and it's cricket design

2 Pairs of Wool Blend Long Argyle Socks, at Marks and Spencer
A wool blend makes these socks soft, breathable and absorbent to keep feet warm, dry and comfy

Mum Flowers 50th Birthday Card, at Marks and Spencer
Cover text: Mum 50 today Inside message: Have a very happy birthday 178 x 125mm

Per Una Linen Blend Straight Leg Trousers, at Marks and Spencer
A fashionable pair of straight leg trousers in a cool linen blend featuring zip and button fastening

Leather Coated Four Way Reversible Belt, at Marks & Spencer
Add a smart finishing touch with this leather coated four way reversible belt

Per Una Styled Floral Emroidered Lace Shorts, at Marks & Spencer
Fresh and feminine, these stylish shorts are made from soft stretch lace. The low rise, low leg style gives a shapely figure-flattering fit. Pretty everyday fashion

Big & Tall Crease Resistant Flat Front Trousers, at Marks and Spencers
Stay smarter for longer with these innovative crease resistant trousers. They're machine washable and feature coin catcher™ pockets which stop change falling out. Perfectly proportioned for big and tall men

Cabernet Franc Rosé 2008 - Case of 12, at Marks & Spencer
Style: Dry Grape variety: Cabernet Franc Country of origin: Italy Closure: Screw cap Suitable for vegans Bottle: 12 x 75cl. Alcohol by volume: 12% vol. Alcohol units per bottle: 9 Alcohol units per 125ml: 1.5 Contains sulphites You must be 18 or over to purchase this product This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

Cosmetox Rejuvenating Cleansing Cloths, at Marks and Spencers
Visible results in 4 weeks Suitable for all skin types Hypoallergenic

Younger Girls' Pure Cotton Minnie Mouse Slippers, at Marks & Spencer
Round toe 'Minnie Mouse' motif Stretch rim Disney

Perfect Autograph Long Sleeve Jumper, at Marks and Spencer
Our cotton blend V-neck, in a range of colours, goes in the machine and the tumble dryer. You won't get through autumn without one

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 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 Buildings & Contents Insurance, M&S Travel Insurance, M&S Pet Insurance, savings products, M&S Credit Cards, M&S Loans, and much more besides.