Shopping for financial products at M&S Money Direct UK website is just as simple as shopping for fashion or furniture at the Marks & Spencers 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 and 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.

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.

Mark & Spensers 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 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 Buildings & Contents 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 (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 & Spensers insurance products in document format too.

M&S 15'' LCD TV with Built-in DVD Player - Blue, at Marks and Spenser
Display: 15 inch flatscreen, 1280 x 800 pixels Contrast Ratio: 400:1 Integrated Digital Tuner: Gives you access to all Freeview™ terrestrial digital TV channels and all digital radio stations (subject to coverage in your area) Dimensions: H34.5 x W38 x D17.5cm Sound: Nicam stereo Connectors 1 x HDMI input, 1 x Scart socket DVD Player: Built-in Dynamic Contrast Ratio: 2000:1 Use wall mount T042100 to perfectly mount this TV

Cotton Rich Straight Leg Bi-Stretch Trousers, at Marks & Spencers
Simple and stylish, straight leg trousers are a modern classic. This pair sits on the waist and are cut to give a flattering shape that's always in style. Added stretch gives the perfect fit.

Blue Harbour Pure Cotton Short Sleeve Floral Shirt, at Marks and Spenser
This pure cotton shirt has been dyed using a special process to give an authentic washed down look which will fade fashionably with time and wear. Colour variations make each garment unique

Sleeveless Satin Spot Print Nightdress, at Marks & Spencers
Feminine and elegant, this sleek satin finish nightdress feels comfortable and gives a flattering fit. A gorgeous, glamorous look

Bude Pasta Bowl, at Marks and Spencers
Ribbed design Stoneware Diam 22.5cm, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Pure Cotton Short Sleve Checked Top, at Marks & Spensers
This fashionable top features a stylish check design for a fab contemporary look

Large Laser Cut Sister Birthday Card, at Mark's & Spencer
Cover text: To my special Sister Inside message: Wishing you a very happy birthday Approx size: unfolded: 220 x 220mm

Lambswool Rich Gem Detail Beret Hat, at MarksandSpencer
Add a chic contemporary twist to your look with this modern beret hat. Gem detail adds a subtle twinkle to the warm finished knit

Pure Cotton Racoon Reversible Hooded Jacket, at Marks and Spencers
He'll have two looks in one with this practical reversible hooded jacket. It's warmly padded and made from soft comfortable cotton

Hooded Contrast Stripe Padded Gilet, at Marks & Spencer
Comfortable and practical, this warmly padded gilet jacket features a contemporary hood. Great for keeping out the chills

Footglove™ Leather Wide Fit Moccasins, at Mark & Spencers
Round toe Stitch detail Slip on Wide fit Mid heel Heel height 48mm Footglove™ soles are comfortable, highly flexible and lightweight Comes in sizes 3-8, including half sizes

Pure Cotton Chandelier Embroidered Duvet Cover, at Marks and Spenser
Embroidered chandelier design Comes in single (3ft), double (4ft 6'), kingsize (5ft) and super-kingsize (6ft) Co-ordinate with Supima white plain dye sheets and pillowcases strokes T351720F,T351720S,T351720P,T351720V, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Portfolio Tulip Print Blouse, at MarksandSpencer
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

7 Denier Bare Cooling Open Toe Tights, at Marks & Spencer
Never lose your cool again in warmer weather with our Bare Cooling tights. Made from a revolutionary Japanese yarn, their incredibly lightweight design releases a cooling sensation to your legs as you wear them

Lichfield Bureau, at Mark & Spensers
H125 x W102 x D45cm Made from White Oak solids and veneers Finished with 3 coats of durable, clear lacquer of mid sheen Drawers made from solid European hardwood Handles made from solid European hardwood Side panels are veneered Top panel is veneered with solid oak edging for strength Shelves 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

Sonoma Dark Extending Table & 6 Chairs Set, at Marks&Spencer
7 piece set Table: H76 x L180 x W100cm (extends to L230cm) Extendable table with centre leaf that can be stored beneath tabletop Seats 6-8 people Chair: H86 x W48 x D54cm Seat: H48cm Leather padded seats 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 Chairs made from solid wood Side panels and back panels made from White Oak veneer Top panels made from White Oak veneer with a solid Oak edging for strength Legs made from solid hardwood 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 manufacturers instructions, and be aware that polishes can add sheen. This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more , Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Ultimate Pure Wool 3 Button Stripe Jacket, at Marks and Spencer
This high performance suit is made to work as hard as you do. It's extra durable and added stretch keeps it in great shape while giving you enhanced comfort and ease of movement

Nutcracker, at Marks & Spenser
Metallic finish Hinged, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Single Estate Grenache Blanc 2008 - Case of 12, at Marks and Spencer
Style: Dry Grape variety: Grenache Blanc Country of origin: France Closure: Synthetic closure Bottle: 12 x 75cl. Alcohol by volume: 13% vol. Alcohol units per bottle: 9.8 Alcohol units per 125ml: 1.6 Contains sulphites You must be 18 or over to purchase this product This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

Piedmont Barbera 2007 - Case of 12, at Mark's & Spencer
Style: Medium bodied Grape variety: Barbera Country of origin: Italy Closure: Screw cap Suitable for vegetarians Bottle: 12 x 75cl. Alcohol by volume: 13% vol. Alcohol units per bottle: 9.8 Alcohol units per 125ml: 1.6 Contains sulphites You must be 18 or over to purchase this product This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

Open Coil Sprung Nursery Mattress, at Marks & Spencers
L140 x W70 x D15cm Spring count: 90 Open coil sprung for extra support Cot bed not included Hygienic, moisture-resistant covering Suitable for the feet-to-foot sleeping position recommended by health professionals Fully conformed to current safety standards Delivered boxed to your door. No assembly required but you will need to unpack and position the item yourself This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more , Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Per Una Lash Extension Mascara, at Marks and Spencer
Lash lengthening mascara Hypo-allergenic

Autograph Pure Cotton Jeans with Plaited Belt, at Mark's & 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

Maternity Skirt & Leggings Set, at Marks and Spencer
Smart and stylish, this skirt and leggings set is designed to flatter you and your bump. Added stretch and a clever cut give a neat, comfortable fit with room for growth. Enjoy your pregnancy in style!

Sonoma 3-Drawer Sideboard, at Marks & Spencers
H88 x W179 x D50cm 3 drawers 3 cupboards, each with 1 adjustable shelf Made from solid oak and oak veneer Solid oak end grain detail This range features natural wood characteristics Finished with 2 coats durable, clear lacquer of low sheen Drawer boxes and fronts made from solid Oak. Drawer bottoms made from White Oak veneer Top panel is veneered with solid Oak edging for strength Shelves 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 manufacturers instructions, and be aware that polishes can add sheen This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more , Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Ribbed Long Sleeve Polo Neck Jumper, at Marks and Spenser
Modern and stylish, this jumper features a polo neck. A versatile, easywear style

Soft Fleece Dressing Gown, at Mark's & Spencer
Relax in style and comfort in this cosy dressing gown made from soft fleece

Younger Boys' Mr Bump Slippers, at M & S
Round toe 'Mr Bump' motif Lined Flat sole Copyright 2009 Mister Men Limited (a Chorion company). All rights reserved.THE MR MEN SHOW™ and DILLYDALE™ are trade marks of THOIP (a Chorion company). All rights reserved.

Moulton Console Table, at Mark & Spencers
H86 x W95 x D32cm 2 shelves Glass top Glass table tops are made from safety-tested toughened glass Made from solid ash and ash veneer All wooden shelving is finished with a starburst veneer effect 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 manufacturers instructions, and be aware that polishes can add sheen This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more , Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Diamanté Buckle Mules, at M+S
Open toe Diamant buckle foot strap Slip on Heel height: 33mms Comes in sizes 3-8, including half sizes

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 Marks and 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.