Besides Marks & Spencers Car Insurance, Marks & Spencer Money Credit Cards and other financial products, Marks & Spencer Money Buildings & Contents 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 Marks & Spencer Money 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 Spenser purchases are also protected while you take them home.

Also, on both Marks & Spencer Money Premier Buildings & Contents Insurance and Standard Buildings & Contents 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.

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 Marks & Spencer Money. Offering everything from savings accounts and credit cards, to Buildings & Contents Insurance and Car Insurance, there's a lot more going on at Marks and Spencer than you might imagine.

In particular, if you're thinking of travelling soon, then consider Travel Insurance from Marks & Spencer Money. 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 Marks & Spencer Money, you would have been in good hands; within just a short time of the volcanic ash disruptions, visitors to the Marks & Spencer Money 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 Marks & Spencer Money UK website is just as simple as shopping for fashion or furniture at the Marks and Spencers online store. Here are just some of the financial products which can be purchased via the Marks & Spencer Money website:

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

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

The Mummy Blu-ray DVD, at Marks and Spencer
Rating Suitable for 15 years and over,

Square Rimless Sunglasses, at Marks and Spencer
With full UV protection and a flattering modern design, these smart sunglasses will see you through the summer in style

Superhero Husband Card, at Marks and Spencers
Cover text: Husband... ... you're my hero! Inside message: Have a super birthday! This card is made with material from FSC certified sustainable forests. Protecting the world's forests for the future Approx size: 230 x 114mm

Anti-Allergy All Season Duvet, at Marks and Spencer
Endorsed by the British Allergy Foundation Proven protection wash after wash Perfect for use with our range of anti allergy duvets, pillows and protectors Easycare fabric Available in 4 sizes, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Autograph Leather Dispatch Shoulder Bag, at Marks & Spencers
Fashionable and practical, this leather dispatch bag features a single adjustable strap and fold over style front

Bronze Aviator Sunglasses, at MarksandSpencer
With full UV protection and a flattering modern design, these smart sunglasses will see you through the summer in style

V-Neck Short Sleeve Dress with Chain Belt, at Marks and Spencer
Sophisticated and elegant, this dress features a V-neck with button detail and short gathered sleeves. A flattering, stylish look Comes with belt shown in image

Bubbles Bud Vase, at Marks and Spencer
This hand made bubble bud vase is an ideal way to add a bit of colour and elegance to any bare space in your home

25 Nectarine & Orange Room Scenters, at Mark's & Spencer
Pack of 25 Nectarine and orange scented Burns upto 4 hours each, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Autograph Occasions Chiffon Floral & Feather Headdress, at Marks and Spencer
Indulge in a touch of luxury with this chiffon floral headdress which features a feminine feather detail

Organic Cotton Erin Eco Shopper, at Marks & Spencer
Shop greener by using this organic cotton shopper instead of plastic carriers. The portrait of model Erin O'Connor was commissioned from eminent fashion illustrator David Downton, making this bag a must-have stylish accessory

Blossom Tree Embroidered Duvet Cover, at Mark & Spensers
Comes in single (3ft), double (4ft 6in), kingsize (5ft) and super-kingsize (6ft) Pure Cotton, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

My First Spinning High Chair Toy, at Marks and Spenser
Activity toy for high chairs Starfish and fish design Spinning feature With suction cup Height: 17cm Suitable for ages 0-3yrs This product conforms to EN71 and the Toy Safety Directive, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Bubble Bullet Glass Vase, at Marks and Spencer
Bullet design Hand made Thick base Bubble base design H31cm, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Ambassador Summer Hat, at Mark & Spensers
Keep your cool in this ambasador sun hat, a summer and holiday essential

Handmade Character 30th Card, at Mark's & Spencer
Cover text: You're 30 Inside message: Happy Birthday! 178 x 125mm

Signature Green Fig Fragrance Diffuser & Refill Plug-In, at Mark & Spencers
Changeable fragrance 15ml of fragranced liquid Lights up when in use This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more , Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

iPod Classic Leather Flip Case, at Marks & Spencers
Flip Case for iPod classic, the stylish leather case also features a handy popper fastening attachment allowing you to have easy access to your iPod. The leather case with its quality stitching protects your iPod in style. Compatible with all Apple iPod classics

Younger Girls' Pure Cotton Basic Jeans, at Marks & Spenser
These cotton jeans are great value and look striking with their contrast stitching

Pure Wool Single Breasted 2 Button Plain Jacket, at M&S
Don't sacrifice style for comfort this summer. This Pure Wool jacket is specially designed for the warmer months. It's made with a lighter weight fabric, has a softer feel and it features an antibacterial body lining to help keep you feeling fresh

Pure Cotton Long Sleeve 'B is for Bear' T-Shirt, at Marks and Spencer
Cute and fun, the b is for bear design makes this practical t-shirt extra special. It's made from pure cotton and feels comfy to wear. The shoulder poppers make it easier to dress him

Bingley Bear Horseshoe Wedding Card, at Marks & Spencer
Cover message: Wedding! Inside message: A wish for the happy, New Husband and Wife, For a wonderful start, To a wonderful life! Approx. size: 230 x 114mm

Easycare Satin Check Short Sleeve Shirt, at M & S
This easycare shirt has a smart and cool satin check design. Short sleeves will take the heat off in the summer

Formula Skincare For Men Aftershave Balm, at Marks & Spenser
Soothes Moisturises Non-greasy balm

Plain Full Slip, at MarksandSpencer
A fashion essential you can't do without! This slip enhances the look of dresses and stops them clinging or becoming see-through under light. All our slips are cling resistant and come in a number of lengths

3 Older Girls' Santoni Sport Shorts, at Marks and Spenser
Practical and fashionable, this 3 pack of shorts makes a great way to stock up on essential style

Older Girls' Heart Print Dressing Gown & Socks, at Marks & Spenser
The heart print makes this soft fluffy dressing gown so cute

Limited Collection Skinny Jeans, at MarksandSpencer
Part of Limited Collection's London Crowd trend. A quintessentially English look featuring quirky prints in monochrome with bright pops of colour. Kitsch styling and playful designs give this trend a fun London feel

Lace Effect Butterfly Granddaughter Birthday Card, at Marks and Spencer
Cover text: For a Special Granddaughter Inside message: Hope your birthday is as sweet as you are Approx size: 215 x 150 mm

Stripe Halterneck Tankini Top, at Marks and Spencer
Feminine and fashionable, this flattering tankini top is designed in the latest shape. Make a splash!

Contrary to popular opinion, not every insurance company is out to get you, and it's not every insurance company that will disect the fine-print until they find some way of denying your insurance claim. However, you do need to shop around for the financial products and insurance policies that are the best suited for your individual needs.

That's why insurance policies, and other financial products, from M+S are so useful. Marks & Spencer Money financial products are, of course, designed to make Marks and Spenser a profit, but there is no denying that they are also very good value for money, offering many features as standard which you'd often need to pay extra for at other insurance companies.

Take, for example, Buildings & Contents Insurance policies. Usually, UK Buildings & Contents Insurance policies have limits on particular types of items such as freezer contents, garden furniture and outdoor toys, outbuildings or cars, etc. These restrictions are called inner limits. However, the only inner limits on the Marks & Spencer Money Buildings & Contents Insurance policy are £500 for cash; £2m for property-owners and personal liability; £10m for domestic employees liability and £40,000 for tenants liability. Even better is the fact that you're likely to pay no more for Marks & Spencer Money Buildings & Contents Insurance than you will anywhere else, and you may even pay less with M&S.