Marks & Spenser may not necessarily be the first name that springs to mind when you're thinking about renewing your Home Insurance or Car 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 Finance 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 Home 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 (Home 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 M & S 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 Home Insurance and Car Insurance, there's a lot more going on at Marks & Spensers 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."

Shopping for financial products at M&S Finance 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 Finance website:

• M&S Insurance: M&S Car Insurance, M&S Home 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 n Spencer, it's easy to see that these are good financial products, at value-for-money prices.

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

2 Pairs of Assorted Colour Stripe Socks, at Marks & Spencer
Get a fabulous, fashionable look with these assorted design socks. They're made from comfortable soft stretch cotton for a great fit and shape retention

2 Soft Touch Dacron® Medium Non Allergenic Support Pillows, at Marks & Spencer
Soft to the touch and non allergenic, our Dacron filling is machine washable and lightweight Super-soft dacron filling 2 pillows Non allergenic Endorsed by the British Allergy Foundation, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

4 Terrace Mugs, at Mark & Spencers
H11cm Set of 4 Pure white porcelain Suitable for everyday use, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Leather Weave Belt, at Marks & Spencer
Add a stylish finishing touch with this colourful weave belt

Footglove™ Panelled Clog, at Marks & Spencer
Round toe Panelled Stitch detail Buckle fastening Clog style Low heel Footglove™ soles are comfortable, highly flexible and lightweight Comes in sizes 3-8, including half sizes

Autograph Straight Leg Trousers with Cashmere, at Marks and Spencer
Simple and stylish, straight leg trousers are a modern classic. They are cut to skim the hips and thighs, giving a sleek flattering shape that's always in style

Autograph Pure Silk Stripe Tie, at Marks and Spencer
Crafted from pure silk for a truly elegant look and feel, this stylish tie adds a dash of colour to your smart boardroom look

Easy Tapas Recipe Book, at Marks & Spencer
Be the best at cooking the tastiest tapas! Making tapas has never been easier. Learn to love the wonderful array of flavours that these recipes offer - they are all very easy to make and so allow you to spend more time having fun with friends or family rather than slaving away in the kitchen. Not only will the diversity of tapas take you by surprise, the fantastic taste of these wonderful morsels will leave you wanting more. So go on, tuck in to these divine little bites!

Sony Memory Stick PRO Duo 2GB, at Marks and Spencers
Optimum for storing, sharing and transferring thousands of high quality pictures, videos and music Memory: Flash Memory Storage Capacity: 2GB Dimensions: 20 x 31 x 1.6mm Weight: 2g Operating Voltage: 2.7 V - 3.6 V Environmental temperature: -25C to 85C Minimum write speed: 15 Mbps(1875MB/sec) Free to Download, the Memory Stick Data Rescue Service enables quick recovery of deleted photographs and files(www.sonydigital-link.com/memstick/) Warranty: 5 years Delivered with a standard size adaptor Ideal for high resolution video recording Compatible with copyright protection technology ("MagicGate")

Stormwear™ Multi Pocket Hooded Parka, at Marks & Spencer
Fashionable and practical, this warmly padded jacket is lined with fleece and treated with our unique Stormwear™ technology which repels water and stains. Storm cuffs help keep arms warm and hold on gloves and inside pockets keep lunch money safe

2 Pure Cotton Short Sleeve Charlie & Lola™ T-Shirts, at Marks&Spencer
A must for fans of Charlie and Lola™ this pack of 2 t-shirts both feature the popular character

Stripe Zip-Up Fleece Jacket, at Mark & Spencers
An essential part of any wardrobe, this great value zip-up fleece is warm and cosy. A fashionable and practical choice

Knee Length Belted Skater Skirt, at Marks and Spenser
Comes with belt shown in image Fashionable and contemporary, this panelled skirt skirt is a stylish, versatile choice. Patent buckle belt adds a stylish finishing touch

Embroidered Cross-Over Non-Wired Full Cup Bra, at Marks and Spencer
A classic cross-over bra designed to give you a great level of support without any fuss. Full cups work together with adjustable straps to give you a good shape without wiring

Per Una 3/4 Sleeve Denim Floral Appliqué Cardigan, at Marks & Spencer
A modern 3/4 sleeve cardigan in a soft knitted fabric featuring a stripe design and denim floral embroidered appliqu

De Bortoli Willowbank Shiraz 2007 - Case of 12, at Marks & Spenser
Style: Dry, full bodied Grape variety: Shiraz Country of origin: Australia Closure: Screw cap Bottle: 12 x 75cl. Alcohol by volume: 13.5% vol Alcohol units per bottle: 10.1 Alcohol units per 125ml: 1.7 Contains sulphites You must be 18 or over to purchase this product This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

Autograph Weekend Modal Rich Long Sleeve Nightdress, at Marks & Spencers
Modern and sophisticated, this minishirt is part of our exclusive Autograph Weekend collection. It's beautifully designed and made from a modal blend with stretch which feels incredibly soft and comfortable to wear

Autograph Pure Cotton V-Neck Cardigan & T-Shirt, at Marks and Spenser
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

Earth Sign Bracelet, at Marks and Spencer
Stretch style Beaded design Earth charms Diamant detail

Floral Print Padded Underwired Bra, at Marks & Spencer
Sleek and stylish, this bra is perfectly smooth so there are no visible outlines under clothing. Light padding and underwiring give an enhanced natural shape. Designed for women who want a streamlined silhouette

Classic Collection Floral Print Frill Trim Blouse, at MarksandSpencer
Feminine and pretty, this floral print blouse will give your look an instant lift. It looks lovely worn with plain skirts or trousers in coordinating colours from the Classic collection

Contrast Trim Ballet Socks, at Marks and Spencer
These essential ballet socks are outstanding value. They're made with added stretch for comfort and durability

Plain Black Flexilite Umbrella, at Marks n Spencer
Lightweight and easy to carry, this slimline umbrella provides you with effective protection from those sudden downpours

Older Boys' Short Sleeve Paradise T-shirt, at Marks & Spencers
A practical, casual top in pure cotton featuring a fun paradise slogan and motif. A great value easycare style

Stormwear™ Hooded Ruffle Parka, at Marks & Spenser
Fashionable and practical, this warmly padded coat is treated with our unique Stormwear™ technology which repels water and stains. Storm cuffs help keep arms warm and hold on gloves

Autograph Merano Large 2-Seater Sofa, at Marks & Spensers
H84 x W195 x D102cm Seat H47cm, arm H63cm, top back rail H63cm (all dimensions are approximate) Seat cushions filled with shape-retaining foam - superior quality foam with a high density for added comfort and support Other cushions filled with polyester fibre. Gives a soft sit with a lived-in look, which will soften and relax even further with use. Fibre is sewn into channels within the interior to prevent settlement in one area of the cushion Fabric options have reversible cushions Frame made from solid hardwood. All main joints are glued and screwed to give the frame strength Frames are rigorously tested with 95kg weight equivalent and exceed standards set for heavy domestic use Glide feet with a dark finish All of our fabrics are treated with Stain-Defence™ - a stain resistant finish - at no extra cost. Fabrics are tested for resistance to wear and fading Detailed care instructions are included 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 Free swatch service: Order up to 6 free swatch samples of any fabric to help you choose your upholstery by calling 0845 603 1 603 Please note: Images displayed here act as a guide and may not be representative of the finished item. Fabrics are overlayed onto model images, so actual seams and pattern match may differ from what is shown. Leather furniture, in particular, has more seams that fabric upholstery due to the nature of the material, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Autograph Essentials Long Sleeve Jumper with Merino Wool, at Marks & Spenser
A touch of fine merino wool adds softness and warmth to this modern long sleeve jumper. Exclusive, luxurious and beautiful

Gold Plated Faux Pearl Trio Earrings, at Marks & Spensers
3 piece set Stud fastening Faux pearl design For hygiene reasons, refunds will only be given in accordance with your legal rights

Feather Spray Spikey Cap Headdress, at Marks & Spencers
Sophisticated and glamorous, this bow and feather headdress is sure to turn heads!

Silver Plated Barrel Bracelets, at Marks and Spencers
Clasp fastening Adjustable length

M&S Finance 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 Finance 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 Marks & Spensers 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 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 Finance UK and European Breakdown Cover, since it covers you as a passenger too.