Marks & Spencers may not necessarily be the first name that springs to mind when you're thinking about renewing your Buildings Insurance or Car Insurance, but Mark & Spencers 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 Financial Services website. With a simple, no-hassle service, you can compare features between a number of M+S Money products and competitor's products, and sign up in just a few minutes.

Whether you're looking for savings products or M&S Financial Services loans, credit cards or Buildings Insurance - besides a number of other insurance products, M&S Financial Services 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 Financial Services insurance products (Buildings Insurance, Car 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.

When you're shopping at Marks & 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 Financial Services. Offering everything from savings accounts and credit cards, to Buildings Insurance and Car Insurance, there's a lot more going on at Marks and Spencers than you might imagine.

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

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, Sainsburys, or Tescos:

• 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.

Older Boys' Pure Cotton Plain Vest & Slip Sets, at Marks and Spencer
Comfortable, practical and fashionable, these vest and slip sets are made from soft breathable cotton

Real Rose Petal Confetti, at Marks & Spensers
Contains: 1 pack rose petal confetti Bow tie bag 3g

White Pearl Damask RSVP Cards - Pack of Ten, at Marks and Spencer
Inside message: Many thanks for your kind wedding invitation................................................................Would be pleased to accept/cannot accept 10 cards, 1 design Aprrox size: 133 x 73mm

Cotton Rich Ethnic Diamond Print Scarf with Silk, at Marks & Spencer
This sophisticated lightweight scarf is the perfect accessory to this season's fashions. The ethnic diamond print adds a stylish finishing touch

7 Pure Cotton Short Sleeve Assorted Bodysuits, at Marks & Spencer
Cute and practical, this pack of 7 bodysuits is great value. Popper fastenings and envelope necklines make quick changes easy and the soft cotton fabric will keep him feeling comfy and happy

Chunky Weave Throw, at Marks and Spencer
Plain design Tasselled L200xW150cm, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

4 Pairs of Ribbed Wool Rich Socks, at Marks & Spencer
Warm and comfortable, these easycare socks are made from a blend of finesoft lambswool and resilient nylon so they have the softness, breathability and absorbency of wool and are hard wearing. A reinforced heel and toe gives extra durability

Château Domeyne 2001 - Case of 6, at Marks and Spencers
Style: Medium bodied Grape variety: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc Country of origin: France Closure: Natural cork Suitable for vegetarians Bottle: 6 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

12 Cup Bun Tray, at Mark's & Spencer
Ideal for baking buns Heavy gauge easy to clean bakeware Premium non-stick coating, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

The Floral Collection Rose Moisture Rich Shower Cream, at Marks and Spencer
250ml Rose fragrance Moisture rich shower cream

2 Limited Collection Full Cup Padded Bras, at Marks & Spencer
Fun and fabulous, these cotton blend t-shirt bras are part of our Limited Collection lingerie. They are perfectly smooth so you won't get any visible lumps and bumps under your clothes. For a funky look, mix and match with coordinating lingerie from Limited. Casual, contemporary fashion

Sprung-Edge Divan with 4 Large Drawers & M100 Mattress, at Marks & Spencers
Single Mattress (3ft): W90 x L190cm Double Mattress (4ft 6in): W135 x L190cm King Size Mattress (5ft): W150 x L200cm Super King Size Mattress (6ft): W180 x L200cm Single Divan (3ft): W90 x L190cm Double Divan (4ft 6in): W135 x L190cm King Size Divan (5ft): W150 x L200cm Super King Size Divan (6ft): W180 x L200cm Mattress depth: 21.5cm Divan Height: 41cm Large Drawer: H14 x W78 x D52cm Mattress has dust-free polyester fibre filling Mattress Spring Count: 288 Sprung-Edge divan - can be used with any mattress All mattresses and divans are anti-allergy protected Mattress does not require turning All mattresses and Divans are manufactured in the UK A sample mattress is subjected to 3 rigorous tests to ensure it remains comfortable. Surface fabric is rubbed 15,000 times against a hard surface to test resistance to wear. Mattress is pounded by a machine 80,000 times to replicate the movements of a human torso and subjected to 20,000 rolls of a roller machine to simulate the rolling motion of a sleeping person Free eco-friendly home delivery. Our crews will unpack, assemble and position the item This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more , Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Dogtooth Print Crook Umbrella, at Marks & Spencer
Brighten up rainy days with this stylish lightweight umbrella

Samsung 40'' LE40A558 HD Ready LCD TV, at M+S
HD Ready 1080p: Displays images in Full HD 1080p, the maximum resolution defined for HDTV use, when connected to an HD compatible device Display: 40 inch Widescreen LCD TV with a 1920 x 1080 resolution Contrast Ratios: Dynamic Contrast 30000:1 Integrated Digital and Cable Tuner: Provides access to all Freeview™ channels and radio stations (subject to coverage) and is cable TV ready (with supported providers only) Dimensions: W997 x D300 x H686mm (with stand) W99.7 x D92.1 x H641.5mm (without stand) Weight: 19.3kg (with stand) 16.4kg (without) SRS TruSurround XT: For enhanced surround sound effect Connectors: 1 x Headphone, 1 x S-Video, 1 x Composite(AV), 3 x HDMI, 1 x RF Input, 1 x Component(Y/Pb/Pr), 2 x Scart, 1 x PC Input (D-Sub), 1 x Optical sound out, 1 x RS232C (for Service only) DNIe+ Technology: The Digital Natural Image Engine produces images with incredible depth and density. Advanced contrast and detail enhancers combine to produce deeper richer lifelike colours Wide Colour Enhancer 2: Primary colours are strengthened to increase depth and intensity to show pictures in all their natural beauty Clear Panel: Prevents glare to keep images clean and clear Anynet+: The Anynet+ system allows control of a SAMSUNG Anynet+ TV via one single remote control 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 Please Note: Freeview™ is not yet available to the whole of the UK. We advise that you check that your postcode area can receive the Freeview signal before ordering this product Please Note: To receive the full range of Freeview™ channels, customers should use an outdoor wide band aerial. Suitable portable TV aerials can be used to receive Freeview but the quality of the reception is dependent on the quality of the product and the signal area. Due to these factors you may not receive all Freeview channels when using an indoor aerial Use wall mountT042104 to perfectly mount this TV This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more , Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Pink Polka Dot Get Well Soon Card, at Marks&Spencer
Cover text: Get Well Soon Inside message: Get Well Soon

Sony 32GB WALKMAN® MP3 Player, at Marks and Spencers
Digital Noise Cancelling delivers amazing audio fidelity while blocking out external ambient noise (total suppression ratio of 17dB / 98%) Select Noise Cancelling manual settings for bus, plane, train or office to match your environment; or Quiet Mode for any usage S-Master Digital Amplifier for crystal clear sound with no distortion or analogue signal errors - putting you centre-stage in the studio or concert hall Clear Audio Technologies reproduce sound that's as true to the original source as it can be, for a mind-blowing listening experience Clear Stereo and Clear Bass deliver a perfectly precise and clear sound, cutting out audio distortion whatever the volume DSEE restores sound quality lost during file compression, recreating high frequencies as close to the original recording as possible 13.5mm EX earbud headphones for balanced rich sound quality, with unique closed and air-tight fit giving you deeper bass Five band equaliser and VPT to customise music settings Open format support for all major file types includes MP3 / MP4 / WMA / AAC / Linear PCM / AVC / WMV / JPEG 3" full colour OLED touchscreen display for razor-sharp, ultra-bright video playback in incredible detail and clarity (WQVGA 432x240 pixels / 262,144 colours) 32GB storage holds up to 8,000 tracks (128kbps mp3) or over 120 hours video playback (at 384kbps) OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) technology for 100% colour reproduction, 10000:1 contrast ratio and wider viewing angles (up to 180 degrees) OLED technology for super-quick response times (0.1ms) - giving you breathtaking results on screen, even with fast-moving action scenes like sports Continuous playback for 33 hours of music and 9 hours of video Hi-speed USB port, and easy charge (3 hours full charge) Music searching by album, artist, genre, release year, playlists and folder Video playback includes scene scroll, to stop and start content using intelligent touchscreen technology Put your own soundtrack to photo playback, and create your own wallpaper using stored images Import, preview and transfer music, photos and videos straight from your computer to your WALKMAN player with Content Transfer software Quick start guide, USB cable, audio input cable and plug adaptor for in-flight use supplied Dual hybrid touchscreen and button operation, for easy control on the move Pre-installed and customisable wallpaper graphics Surf the web with built-in Wi-Fi: On-board connectivity lets you stream YouTube™ clips and podcasts

Pure Cotton Floral Print Knee Length Skirt, at Marks and Spencer
Smart and modern, this pure cotton skirt is a look you'll love. Stylish, practical and fashionable

3/4 Sleeve Jacquard Spot Crop Jacket, at M+S
Chic and stylish, this single breasted jacket is tailored to fit and flatter. A great choice for work or smart occasions

Bright Prints Range Blue Water Bottle, at Marks & Spencer
Circle design 'Sipper' lid Dimensions: 7 x 19 cm

Cotton Rich Drawstring Velour Joggers, at Marks and Spencer
Relaxed and comfy, these casual joggers are made from soft cotton and feature a drawstring fastening. A practical easycare choice.

Frill Front Sleeveless Blouse, at Marks and Spencer
This fab sleeveless blouse features a stunning frill front design. A vibrant new look, perfect for this season

Autograph Older Boys' T-Line Stitch Laced Leather Shoes, at Marks and Spencers
Square toe Lace up 4 eyelets Block heel Raised stitch Lined Comes in sizes 1-7

The Floral Collection Rose Moisturising Hand & Body Lotion, at Mark & Spensers
Hand and body lotion enriched with shea butter Rose scented 250 ml Ingredients: Aqua, Paraffinum Liquidum, Propylene Glycol, Petrolatum, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Alcohol, Rosa Centifolia (Rose), Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter),Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Polysorbate 60, Disodium EDTA, Parfum, Benzyl Salicylate, Geraniol, Citronellol, Linalool, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Imidazolidinyl Urea, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Triethanolamine, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Xanthan Gum, Phenoxyethanol, Citric Acid, Butylparaben, Ethylparaben, Isobutylparaben

Dualit Vario 2-Slice Toaster - Cream, at Marks & Spencers
1200 watt 2-slice toaster Manually operated eject lever - keeps items warm until needed Selector switch - use only the slots required Adjustable inner wire guard to grip toast Parts are Replaceable/ repairable Mechanical timer to control toasting High lift mechanism to remove small items easily Extra wide 28mm slots to accommodate larger items and the optional sandwich cage Concealed crumb tray Adjustable rear foot Easy to clean stainless steel cover Weight: 3.5kg Designed for use in commercial kitchens 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

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

Perfect Autograph Long Sleeve Jumper, at Marks & Spencers
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

Limited Collection Short Sleeve Pleated Belted Dress, at Marks and Spencer
Chic and stylish, this belted dress makes a great choice for work or smart occasions. It's machine washable for added convenience

Autograph Raised Apron Stitch Slip-On Shoes, at Marks and Spencer
Square toe Raised apron stitch Stitch detail Slip-on Block heel

2 Recycled Anti-Allergy Firm Support Pillows, at M&S
Pack of 2 Proven defence against dust mite allergies Endorsed by the British Allergy Foundation, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Footglove™ Cork Wedge Shoes, at Marks and Spencer
Peep toe Stitch detail Buckle fastening Low heel Footglove™ soles are comfortable, highly flexible and lightweight 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 MarksandSpencer 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 Spencers, 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 Buildings Insurance, M&S Travel Insurance, M&S Pet Insurance, savings products, M&S Credit Cards, M&S Loans, and much more besides.