Shopping for financial products at M&S Financial Services 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 Financial Services 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 and Spencers, it's easy to see that these are good financial products, at value-for-money prices.

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

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

Thinking that most Car 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 Car Insurance policy doesn't actually cover you for what you thought it did, or it takes your Car Insurance company months and months to argue over whether to pay you or not. Fortunately M&S Financial Services Car Insurance is not like that at all, and when you compare M&S Car Insurance to the competition then it stacks up quite nicely.

For example, here are just some of the options which come as standard with M&S 5 Star Premier cover Car Insurance (correct at May 2009), which are quite often not included with comparable Car 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 Car 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 Financial Services UK and European Breakdown Cover, since it covers you as a passenger too.

Contrary to popular opinion, not every insurance company is out to get you, and it's not every insurance company that will disect the fine-print until they find some way of denying your insurance claim. However, you do need to shop around for the financial products and insurance policies that are the best suited for your individual needs.

That's why insurance policies, and other financial products, from Marks and Spencers are so useful. M&S Financial Services financial products are, of course, designed to make Mark & Spensers a profit, but there is no denying that they are also very good value for money, offering many features as standard which you'd often need to pay extra for at other insurance companies.

Take, for example, House Insurance policies. Usually, UK House Insurance policies have limits on particular types of items such as freezer contents, garden furniture and outdoor toys, outbuildings or cars, etc. These restrictions are called inner limits. However, the only inner limits on the M&S Financial Services House Insurance policy are £500 for cash; £2m for property-owners and personal liability; £10m for domestic employees liability and £40,000 for tenants liability. Even better is the fact that you're likely to pay no more for M&S Financial Services House Insurance than you will anywhere else, and you may even pay less with M&S.

Collezione Pure Wool Single Breasted 2 Button Charcoal Stripe Jacket, at Mark & Spensers
Italian tailoring is renowned for its sophisticated style. Each collezione suit 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 this garment to give you a feeling of luxury like no other

Chunky Wave Ring, at Marks and Spencer
Plain Chunky design Wave detail

Autograph Essentials Pure Cotton Short Sleeve Shirt, at Marks and Spencers
Part of Autograph Essentials - a collection of luxurious and timeless wardrobe must-haves featuring premium design and sophisticated styling

Ivory and Black Cake or Favour Boxes, at M+S
Contains: 10 cake or favour boxes Flat: 155 x 85 mm Folded: L130 x W80 x D27mm

The Floral Collection Bath Cream Pack, at Mark's & Spencer
Pack of 4 Includes: lavender, iris, magnolia and rose Moisture rich Foaming bath cream Magnolia Moisture Rich Foaming Bath Cream 50ml: Aqua, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Chloride, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Decyl Glucoside, Parfum, Magnolia Liliflora (Magnolia), Glycol Distearate Sodium Sulfate, Laureth-4, Glycerin, Disodium, EDTA, Amyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Citric Acid, Benzyl Salicylate, Geraniol, Benzophenone -2, Citronellol, Magnesium Nitrate, Isoeugenol, Propylene Glycol, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Magnesium Chloride, Sorbitol, Methylisothiazolinone, Phenoxyethanol, Propylparaben, Methylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Ethylparaben, Butylparaben, CI 14700, CI 19140 Rose Moisture Rich Foaming Bath Cream 50ml e 24M: Aqua, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Chloride, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Decyl Glucoside, Parfum, Rosa Centifolia (Rose), Glycol Distearate, Sodium Sulfate, Glycerin, Laureth-4, Disodium EDTA, Benzyl Salicylate, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Citronellol, Linalool, Citric Acid, Magnesium Nitrate, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Magnesium Chloride, Methylisothiazolinone, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Butylparaben, Ethylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Propylparaben Lavender Moisture Rich Foaming Bath Cream 50ml e 24M: Aqua, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Chloride, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Decyl Glucoside, Parfum, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender), Glycol Distearate, Sodium Sulfate, Glycerin, Laureth-4, Disodium EDTA, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Linalool, Butylphenyl, Methylpropional, Magnesium Nitrate, Citric Acid, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Magnesium Chloride, Methylisothiazolinone, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Butylparaben, Ethylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Propylparaben Iris Moisture Rich Foaming Bath Cream 50ml e 24M: Aqua, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Chloride, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Decyl Glucoside, Parfum, Glycol Distearate, Glycerin, Laureth-4, Disodium EDTA, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Citric Acid, Magnesium Nitrate, Propylene Glycol, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Magnesium Chloride, Methylisothiazolinone, Iris Flrorentina (Iris) Flower Extract, Sodium Sulfate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone

Autograph Wool Blend Straight Leg Trousers, at Mark's & Spencer
Luxurious and elegant, these smartly tailored style/fabric trousers are part of our exclusive Autograph range

Hellboy 2 Blu-ray DVD, at Marks & Spencer
Rating Suitable for 12 years and over,

Sonoma Office Desk, at Marks and Spencers
H77 x W131 x D65cm 1 large pull out drawer with fold down front Made from White Oak Solids and veneers This range features natural wood characteristics Finished with 2 coats of durable, clear lacquer of low sheen Drawer boxes and fronts made from solid Oak. Drawer bottoms made from White Oak veneer Handles made from solid wood Side and back made from White Oak veneer Top panel is veneered with solid Oak edging for strength 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 SAVE ON SETS Save at least 25% when you buy this desk as part of a set. Click here to view the Sonoma Office Collection Set. , Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Spot Fleece Long Sleeve Dressing Gown, at Mark's & Spencer
Wrap up and relax in this soft dressing gown featuring spots for a pretty look

Autograph Embroidered Round Neck Top, at Marks&Spencer
Part of Kids' Autograph, a luxurious collection of beautifully designed clothing in high quality fabrics with superior finishing details. Kids' Autograph gives a stylish well-dressed look

Nintendo Wii™ Big Brain Academy Game, at Marks & Spencer
Student records keep track of your achievements and create a profile that others can play against when you are not there. You can even send your student record to a friend via WiiConnect24 Play alongside or against up to 7 friends as you find out who deserves to be top of the class! 3 modes of play: Brain Quiz, Mental Marathon and Mind Sprint Simple controls mean anyone can play straight away - to play, all you need to do is use the Wii Remote to point at the correct answer on your TV, leaving you to focus on the challenges that await at the Academy Category: edutainment, health and fitness Multiplayer mode: simultaneous Players: 1-8 Age rating: 3+ 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 *Must be returned with the tamper seal intact for full refund, ESRB Rating: Kids to Adults

Summer Manor Cup & Saucer, at Marks & Spencer
2 part set Floral design, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Stainless Steel Apple Corer, at Marks & Spencer
Hanging loop This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more Criminal Justice Act 1988 (as amended): please note we are not permitted to sell a knife or blade to any person under the age of 18, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Global Traveller Small Rollercase, at Marks and Spencer
Free 5 year guarantee Make transporting your belongings a hassle-free experience with the super lightweight and durable design of this hardwearing rollercase

Per Una Essentials Cotton Rich Non Padded Bra, at Marks and Spencer
Elegant and feminine, this stylish bra in stretch cotton fabric features a lace trim and centre button detail. It's underwired for great support and an enhanced natural shape. Pretty everyday fashion

M&S Multimedia System, at Marks and Spencer
Sound system: 2.1 PC sound system Volume control: Includes desktop volume control unit Connectivity: Speaker out for additional speakers, line in for audio devices Power: 100-240V, 50~60Hz Output power: RMS40W Signal to noise ratio: 87dB Frequency response: 40Hz-20KHz Bass unit: 5" driver Satellite unit: 2" x 3.5" driver + 1! tweeter 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

Metallic Glaze Toilet Brush, at Marks and Spencer
Mettalic glaze design Plain H20 x 11.2cm diam, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Mixed Bead Rope Necklace, at Marks and Spencer
Long length Mixed beads Clasp fastening Necklace length: 98cm

3 Pure Cotton Stripe Design Trunks, at M & S
Made from soft breathable cotton, these comfy trunks are ideal for everyday wear

Autograph Leather Trifold Wallet, at M&S
Smart, stylish and practical, this leather wallet makes it easy to organise cards, notes and coins

Per Una Pure Cotton Floral Print Nightdress, at Marks and Spencers
Modern and feminine, this pretty nightdress is made from soft cotton so you can relax in comfort and style. Part of Per Una's sleepwear collection

Sonoma Dark Triple Wardrobe & Bedside Chest Set, at Marks and Spenser
3 piece set Wardrobe: H200 x W130 x D65cm 1 hanging rail and 1 shelf behind double doors 1 hanging rail and 4 shelves behind single door 3 drawers Chests: H60 x W45 x D45cm Elongated wooden handles Drawer boxes and fronts made from solid hardwood. Drawer bottoms made from White Oak veneer Made from solid oak and oak veneer Features natural wood characteristics - knots, figuring, colour variation and end-grain detail Finished with a rich dark stain, followed by 2 coats of durable, clear lacquer of low sheen Side panels and back panels made from White Oak veneer Top panels made from White Oak veneer with a solid Oak edging for strength Handles made from solid wood Legs made from solid hardwood Door frames made from solid wood. Door panels made from White Oak veneer All joints are glued and pressed together in the factory, giving more inherent strength than flat pack fittings 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 manufacturer's instructions, and be aware that polishes can add sheen. This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more , Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Dualit Vario 2-Slice Toaster - Black, at Mark & Spensers
2-slice toaster Manually operated eject lever - keeps items warm until needed and selector switch - use only the slots required 1200 watt Replaceable/repairable parts and easy cleaning with a stainless steel cover Frozen bread and re-heat controls High lift mechanism to remove small items easily Extra wide 28mm slots to accommodate larger items and the optional sandwich cage Adjustable inner wire guard to grip toast Patented, award-winning ProHeat elements Hand built in England - as identified by the individual assembler's mark on the base plate Concealed crumb tray Weight: 3.5kg Dimensions: H22 x W31 x D21cm 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

Adjustable Braces, at Marks and Spencers
Add a smart finishing touch with these stylish adjustable braces

Big And Tall Suedette Micro Jacket, at M&S
Specially proportioned for big and tall men, this single breasted jacket is designed to give a flattering, comfortable fit

Pure Cotton Angel Sleeve Cropped Cardigan, at Marks and Spenser
Cool and comfortable, this short sleeve cardigan is made from pure natural cotton and features a single button fastening for a fashionable look

The Floral Collection Rose Hand & Nail Cream, at Marks & Spenser
Rose fragrance Moisturising 100ml

Long Sleeve Water Repellent Padded Jacket, at Marks & Spencer
Fashionable and modern, this padded jacket is an everyday essential. It's water resistant finish and easycare fabric make it a practical choice.

Compact Argyle Bow & Heart Print Umbrella, at M&S
Lightweight and easy to carry, this slimline umbrella is perfect for keeping at hand for effective protection from sudden downpours

2 Pairs of Fishnet Tights, at Mark's & Spencer
Add some stylish flair to that chic skirt or dress and shape, lift and define your figure with this great value 2 pack of fishnet tights. A reinforced toe, comfortable sole and added stretch provide long lasting comfort and durability.

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 & 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 M+S, through its M&S Financial Services 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.