Mark's & Spencer 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 Money Direct 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 Money Direct loans, credit cards or Home 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 (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 Spenser insurance products in document format too.

Besides Marks & Spencers Car Insurance, M&S Money Direct Credit Cards and other financial products, M&S Money Direct Home Insurance deserves particular mention, with it being particularly good value for money, and providing extra insurance cover that many UK insurance companies either don't provide at all, or would charge extra for.

With M&S Money Direct Premier Contents policy, for example, student's belongings are not only covered at home, but also at college or university. Additionally, dependent relatives are also covered if their belongings happen to be in a nursing home. Even better still, your Marks and Spencer purchases are also protected while you take them home.

Also, on both M&S Money Direct Premier Home Insurance and Standard Home Insurance policies, you can choose to include Contents Away From Home. This option would then provide valuable cover all of your personal belongings on a worldwide basis.

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 MarksandSpencer, 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 Car Insurance, M&S Home Insurance, M&S Travel Insurance, M&S Pet Insurance, savings products, M&S Credit Cards, M&S Loans, and much more besides.

Dualit Vario 2-Slice Toaster - Chrome, at Marks&Spencer
1200 watt 2-slice toaster Mechanical timer to control toasting Manually operated eject lever to keep items warm until needed and extra wide 28mm slots to accommodate larger items and the optional sandwich cage Patented, award-winning ProHeat technology Adjustable inner wire guard to grip toast and high lift mechanism to remove small items easily Easy cleaning with a stainless steel cover Hand-built in England Selector switch - use only the slots required Designed to last - each individual parts is replaceable or repairable Designed for use in commercial kitchens 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

M&S 50 Laminator Pouches, at Marks & Spencers
Pack of 50 A4 size Clear laminator pouch quality ensures true to original colour reproduction Can be used for photo documents 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

Autograph Pure Silk Scattered Petal Square Scarf Wrap, at Marks n Spencer
Add a luxurious finishing touch to your look with this elegant pure silk scattered petal print scarf wrap. The perfect accessory to this season's styles

Leather Canoe Moccasins, at Marks&Spencer
Slip on Square toe Double stitch detail Small heel

Autograph Weekend Pure Cotton Stripe Shirt, at Marks and Spencers
Part of Autograph Weekend's Sloane trend. Casual yet sophisticated, this is weekend dressing at its most stylish. Featuring a cool colour palette of crisp navy, neutrals and red, this is an effortlessly chic look for the new season

Ashton Dressing Table & Stool Set, at Marks & Spencer
2 piece set Dressing table: H112 x W78 x D45cm 3 drawers Stool: H50 x W47 x D39cm Made from solid poplar and rubberwood 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 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

3/4 Sleeve Waterfall Cardigan, at Mark's & Spencer
Modern and stylish, this cardigan features a waterfall front. Ideal for layering

Pure Cotton Long Sleeve Cardigan, at Marks n Spencer
Soft and comfy, this lightweight knitted pure cotton cardigan is outstanding value. A fashionable easycare style

Per Una Floral Print Sequin Shoulder Bag, at Marks and Spencers
Sequin embellishment makes this fashionable bag even more special. Give your look the Per Una twist!

Pure Linen 3/4 Length Pintuck Front Shirt, at Marks & Spensers
For casual elegance, you can't beat this pintuck feature top. A great value linen essential

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

Blue Harbour Pure Cotton Plain Polo Shirt, at Marks n Spencer
Casual and relaxed, this plain polo shirt is made from pure cotton so it's soft, breathable and comfortable to wear

3 Pack Easycare White Long Sleeve Shirts, at Marks and Spencer
Smart and stylish, this pack of 3 easycare shirts is great value. An ideal choice for everyday wear

Ultimate Fishnet Hold-Ups, at M&S
The ultimate in stylish design, these fishnet hold ups have added stretch so they'll always stay in shape. They're finished with a reinforced sole and toe section so toes won't get caught in the netting

Autograph Leather Double Handle Laptop Bag, at Marks and Spencer
This padded laptop bag in luxurious leather makes a stylish and practical way to carry and protect your laptop and cables

High School Musical 3: Senior Year, at Marks&Spencer
Rating Universal, particularly children,

Starry Animal Presents Multipack of Mini Cards, at M+S
8 cards, 4 designs Cover text: All cards are blank Inside message: blank for your own message This card is made with material from FSC certified sustainable forests. Protecting the world's forests for the future Approx size: 95 x 80mm

Limited Collection Rio Charm Necklace, at Mark's & Spencer
Clasp fastening Multiple charms Multi strand Necklace length 47.5cm, extendable by 7.5cm

Classic Collection Cotton Rich Jersey Jacket, at M&S
Smart and fashionable, this cotton rich jacket is finished with stitch detail. A practical, versatile style that can be worn with smart or casual outfits

Handcrafted Ribbon Heart Valentine Card, at Marks & Spensers
Cover text: With Love On Valentine's Day Inside message: From my heart to yours x Approx size: Unfolded: 150 x 150mm

Pure Silk Multi Stripe Tie, at Marks and Spencers
Add a luxurious finishing touch with this smart multi stripe tie in pure silk

Sequin Cushion, at Marks and Spencers
Rectangle design Sequin detail L30 x W40cm, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Soft Touch Dacron® 13.5 Tog Duvet, at Marks&Spencer
Super-soft Dacron filling Non allergenic, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Ruched Halterneck Swimdress, at Mark's & Spencer
Modern and shapely, this flattering swimdress is designed in the latest shape. The ultimate in poolside glamour

Autograph Acetate Aviator Sunglasses, at M+S
Practical and fashionable, these aviator sunglasses are designed in a flattering modern style

Antigua Large 2-Seater Sofa, at Marks & Spensers
H97 x W188 x D101cm Seat H50cm, arm H63cm, top back rail H79cm (all dimensions are approximate) Seat cushions made from Quallofil Extralife filling Other cushions made with polyester fibre Cushions are reversible Cushions covers are removable Frame made from solid hardwood wrapped with banana fibre. 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 Wooden feet wrapped with rattan 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 Weekend Water Repellent Funnel Neck Parka, at Marks and Spencers
Part of Autograph Weekend's Sloane trend. Casual yet sophisticated, this is weekend dressing at its most stylish. Featuring a cool colour palette of crisp navy, neutrals and red, this is an effortlessly chic look for the new season

Heirloom Heart Drop Earrings, at Marks & Spensers
Hook fastening Drop style Heart design

Autograph Cross Strap Riding Boots, at Marks n Spencer
Round toe Cross strap buckle fastening Front seam Stitch detail Knee high Block heel

Girls' Limited Cotton Rich Denim Leggings, at Mark's & Spencer
Part of Girls Limited, a contemporary casual collection in trend-conscious styles and soft comfortable fabrics, designed for easy layering. Perfect for stylish girls who love looking fashionable

Shopping for financial products at M&S Money Direct UK website is just as simple as shopping for fashion or furniture at the Mark's & Spencer 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 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 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.