XM radio offers more than 200 radio stations. These stations include just about any genre of music and talk that you can think of. If you’re thinking about purchasing a unit or you have one, here are some tips you can use:

Save with Bundles

If you have more than one family member using the radio, consider purchasing more than one subscription. This is a great way to save a lot of money. Don’t forget that you can get your XM radio on the Internet. While the Internet package is a few extra dollars a month, it enables you to listen from a smart phone device or desktop.

Pay Ahead

Don’t settle paying month to month. Instead, consider purchasing your subscription ahead of time in bulk. For example, if you buy 12 months worth of service, you may be able to save as much as 30 percent. Once you know you want to keep the service, call up XM and see what kind of offers that they are running.

Negotiate

If you feel that you can’t afford the service, don’t just call up and cancel. Instead, try to work things out. Most operators will work with you to keep you on board. This can include free months, deep discounts and free upgrades. It never hurts to ask before canceling for good.