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 Spenser, through its Marks & Spencers Money website, offer a range of financial products which would not look out of place in many banks, including M&S Motor Insurance, M&S Property Insurance, M&S Travel Insurance, M&S Pet Insurance, savings products, M&S Credit Cards, M&S Loans, and much more besides.

Marks & Spencers may not necessarily be the first name that springs to mind when you're thinking about renewing your Property 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 Marks & Spencers Money website. With a simple, no-hassle service, you can compare features between a number of Marks & Spencer Money products and competitor's products, and sign up in just a few minutes.

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

Free insurance quotes are available online for all of Marks & Spencers Money insurance products (Property 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 Mark & Spencers insurance products in document format too.

There are lots of ways to save money using Marks & Spencers Money. Not least of these is Marks and Spenser Standard Motor Insurance. With Marks & Spencers Money you can keep the cost of your Motor Insurance down by choosing Standard cover, over Premier Cover. UK Vehicle can then be added to your policy as optional extras, if you wanted to.

If you're thinking of adding both Breakdown Cover and Motor Legal Protection, then it would cost less to upgrade to Premier Motor Insurance cover from Marks & Spencers Money, which also has other features.

Nonetheless, many features are standard to both the Premier and the Standard Motor Insurance policies on offer from Marks&Spencer, and these include: Courtesy car (subject to availability); Loss, theft, damage and destruction of vehicle; Loss or damage to personal property in vehicle; Personal accident cover up to £10,000; Windscreen cover (£75 excess); a 24 hour claims service, and many other options as standard on each policy. In short, with Motor Insurance from Marks & Spencers Money, you get more, and you pay less.

Faux Pearl Y Shape Necklace & Earrings Set, at Mark's & Spencer
2 part set Y-shape necklace with clasp fastening Hook fastening drop earrings Faux pearl design Necklace length 43cm, extendable by 8cm

Autograph Tuxedo Jacket, at Marks n Spencer
Modern and stylish, this tuxedo jacket is ideal for proms, balls and special occasions. It's extra durable and added stretch keeps it in great shape and gives enhanced comfort and ease of movement

3 Pairs Of 40 Denier Opaque Ankle High Socks, at M&S
These essential 40 denier opaque ankle high socks are outstanding value. They're made with added stretch for comfort and durability

Pure Cotton Short Sleeve Frill Insert Top, at Marks and Spencer
Pretty and feminine, this short sleeve top is made from pure soft cotton. The frilled insert adds a fashionable finishing touch

Autograph Supima® Sateen Duvet Cover, at Mark & Spensers
500 thread count Pleated border Comes in single (3ft), double (4ft 6in), kingsize (5ft) and super-kingsize (6ft), Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

2 Limited Collection Spot Print Padded Plunge Bra, at Marks and Spenser
Fun and fabulous, this cotton blend bra is part of our Limited Collection lingerie. For a funky look, mix and match with coordinating lingerie from Limited. Casual, contemporary fashion

Per Una 3/4 Sleeve Pocket Top, at M&S
A casual 3/4 length sleeve top in a soft cotton blend. Front tie pocket detail gives it the Per Una touch

Big & Tall Pure Linen Single Breasted Jacket, at Marks and Spencer
Specially proportioned for big and tall men, this 2 button jacket is designed to give a flattering, comfortable fit

Autograph Filled - 3-4 TOG SILK DUVE, at Marks and Spencers
Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Ruby Cot Bed, at Marks and Spencers
Drawers: H12.5 x W132 x D65.5cm Total unit: H100 x L144 x W78cm Mattress sold separately (suitable size: L140 x W70cm) Clean white finish Fixed headboard Each rail fitted with plastic teething rails Cot has fixed sides with 3 optional height positions for the base Cot converts into a junior bed suitable for children up to age 5 (footboard height is reduced) 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

Diamond Pointelle Short Sleeve Top, at Marks & Spencer
For a stylish extra layer this winter, this comfy short sleeve top combines warm easy care fabric with a pretty pointelle pattern. A truly feminine choice

Infusion Contemporary Fragrance 90ml, at Marks & Spencer
An exotic floral fragrance 90ml eau de toilette spray This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

Hooded Zip Up Fleece Jacket, at Marks and Spencer
Soft and warm, this cute floral design fleece jacket will keep her cosy. A comfortable practical style in easycare fabric

Cotton Rich Long Sleeve 1984 Hooded Top, at Marks and Spencers
Soft and comfy, this fashionable hooded top is outstanding value. A practical easycare style

Long Sleeve Funnel Neck Scotland Jacket, at M&S
Relaxed, stylish and comfortable, this hardwearing tracksuit jacket features a Scotland motif. A practical easycare style

Per Una Pure Cotton Straight Leg Trousers, at Marks & Spencers
A fabulous pair of straight leg trousers in pure soft cotton featuring resin trim

Short Sleeve Pure Cotton V-Neck T-Shirt, at Marks and Spenser
This fashionable cotton t-shirt features a v-neck design for a fresh modern look

5 Floral Lace Full Briefs, at Marks and Spencer
Offering superior coverage and comfort, these attractive briefs team the flattering look of a low leg with an understated combined lace and plain design. An easycare fabric and added stretch provide a fuss free fit you'll love

Cotton Rich Large Spot First Bra & Knickers Set, at MarksandSpencer
This pretty spot print bra is designed for a supportive and comfortable fit. The non-wired design is the best choice for first bras

Sunny Town Shop, at Marks and Spencer
With 2 realistic sounds Promotes imaginative play Sounds located in the till and the doorway Contains 3 x LR44 button cell batteries 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 conforms to EN71 and the Toy Safety Directive, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Per Una Speziale Palette, at Marks&Spencer
Hypoallergenic Applicators included

Airflex™ Leather Saddle Moccasin Shoes, at Marks and Spencer
These shoes are specially designed with the Airflex™ sole system using the latest technology to provide your feet with utmost comfort, support and grip

Portfolio Multi Strand Safari Necklace, at Marks n Spencer
Clasp fastening Adjustable length Multi strand Mixed bead design Necklace length 50cm, extendable by 8cm

Large Tear Drop Gemstone Photo Frame, at Marks and Spencers
Round shape Multifaceted faux gemstones Tear-drop gem design, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Isis Body Spray, at M&S
Scented body spray 100ml This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 Digital Camera, at Marks and Spencers
Pixels: 12.1 megapixels Optical zoom: 5x Digital zoom: 4x ISO Sensitivity: Auto / 80 / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 High Sensitivity (ISO 1600-6400) Dimensions: W9.7 x H5.4 x D2.1cm Weight: Approx. 138g with Battery and SD Memory Card, Approx. 116g (without) Recording Media: Built-in Memory (approx 50MB), SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, MultiMediaCard (Still image only) Built-in-Flash: Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off 0.3 - 5.3m (Wide/ISO Auto), 1.0 - 3.0m (Tele/ISO Auto) Self Timer: 2sec / 10sec Standard Accessories: Battery Charger, Battery Pack, Battery case / AV Cable, USB Connection Cable, AC Cable / Hand Strap, CD-ROM

Double Breasted Mid Length Coat, at Marks and Spencer
A smart coat in a flattering shape will never go out of style. This coat is made from a machine washable, non iron fabric for added convenience

Classic Duckling & Bear Large Baby Photograph Album, at Marks n Spencer
Contains: 1 album, 1 box, 1 pack of glue dots, 1 blank 700 MB CDR Approx size: Album: H235 x W325 x D30mm

24 Mini Cured Pork Pies, at Marks & Spencers
Contains 24 pieces Serves 12 Ready to eat Suitable for freezing 4 x 300g As featured on page 16 in the food to order brochure Order by 5pm to collect in 5 days Available for collection in the majority of our UK mainland stores

Hollowfibre Outstanding Value 13.5 Tog Duvet, at MarksandSpencer
13.5 tog Suitable for cooler months or colder rooms or those who prefer a warm, snug duvet Non-allergenic Highest quality hollowfibre filling Pocket construction for even warmth 100% cotton cover and 230 thread count Soft & comfortable Comes in single, double and king sizes Which tog? Tog measures the warmth of a duvet based on its ability to trap warm air. The higher the tog rating, the warmer the duvet. The perfect tog is a personal choice which can depend upon you and your home, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Marks & Spencers Money 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 Marks & Spencers Money 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 & Spensers 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, Sainsburys, 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 Marks & Spencers Money UK and European Breakdown Cover, since it covers you as a passenger too.