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Benefits2
Reward Categories5x
Max Reward21.2%
APR FromBasic Information
PENDINGProgram ID: tjx-rewards-platinum-mastercard
Issuer: Synchrony
Card Name: TJX Rewards Platinum Mastercard
Card Type: Credit
Network: Mastercard
Card Tier: Platinum
Approved: Pending
Data Complete: Complete
SCRA Benefits (Military Members)
Eligible Servicemembers may qualify for benefits under the SCRA, including an interest rate reduction to 6% on balances incurred prior to active duty.
Rewards Program (Detailed) 2 Categories
PENDING| Category | Rate | Type | Description | Annual Cap | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TJX Stores | 5x | Points | Purchases made at T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods, Sierra, and Homesense stores and online. | No Cap | |
| All Other Purchases | 1x | Points | Purchases made everywhere else Mastercard is accepted. | No Cap |
Rewards Summary
PENDINGReward Type: Points
Base Rate: 1x
Bonus Rate: 5x
Categories: 5x at T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods, Sierra, and Homesense stores and online
Quarterly Rotating: No
Expiration Policy: Points do not expire as long as your account is open and in good standing. TJX Rewards Certificates expire 2 years from the date of issue.
Point Value: 0.01¢
Travel Portal Multiplier: 1x
Redemption Penalties: Minimum redemption of 1,000 points for a $10 TJX Rewards Certificate.
Benefits & Protections (Detailed) 6 Total
PENDINGSecurity 3
Mastercard Zero Liability Protection
Full protection against unauthorized purchasesProtects cardholders from unauthorized purchases made with their Mastercard. Cardholders are not held responsible for fraudulent charges.
Mastercard ID Theft Protection
Comprehensive identity theft resolution servicesProvides identity theft resolution services, including monitoring for suspicious activity, alerts, and assistance with restoring identity if it's stolen.
Mastercard Global Service
24/7 emergency assistanceProvides 24/7 emergency assistance for card-related needs, including lost or stolen card reporting, emergency card replacement, and emergency cash advance.
Shopping 3
TJX Rewards Earning Rate (TJX Stores)
5 points per $1Earn 5 points for every $1 spent on purchases at T.J.Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods, Sierra, and Homesense stores and online.
TJX Rewards Earning Rate (Everywhere Else)
1 point per $1Earn 1 point for every $1 spent on purchases everywhere else Mastercard is accepted.
TJX Rewards Certificate Redemption
1,000 points = $10 Rewards CertificateRedeem accumulated points for TJX Rewards Certificates, which can be used for purchases at T.J.Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods, Sierra, and Homesense stores.
Benefits Summary (Flags)
PENDINGExtended Warranty
Purchase Protection
Cell Phone Protection
Travel Insurance
Primary Rental Protection
Airport Lounge Access
Trip Delay Coverage
Lost Luggage Coverage
Price Protection
Concierge Service
No Foreign Fees
ShopRunner
Sign-Up Bonus
No Sign-Up Bonus Available
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Fee Structure
PENDING| Annual Fee: | $0.00 |
| Year 1 Waived: | No |
| Effective Annual Fee: | $0.00 |
| Penalty APR: | 29.99% |
| Min Interest Charge: | $2.00 |
Additional Fees
PENDING| Late Fee: | $41.00 |
| Returned Payment: | $41.00 |
| Balance Transfer: | Either $10 or 5% of the amount of each transfer, whichever is greater. |
| Cash Advance: | Either $10 or 5% of the amount of each cash advance, whichever is greater. |
| Foreign Transaction: | 0.00% |
Interest Rates & APR
PENDINGStandard APR
Purchase APR: 21.24% - 30.24%
Balance Transfer APR: 30.24%
Cash Advance APR: 30.24%
Intro APR Offers
Promo Financing: Deferred Interest
Approval Criteria & Requirements
PENDINGCredit Score Requirements
Application Process
Issuer Rules & Policies
PENDINGRules: New cardholders typically receive a 10% or 15% discount on their first in-store or online purchase made with the card. This is usually a one-time offer. Applicants must be at least 18 years old (19 in Alabama and Nebraska), a U.S. resident with a valid Social Security Number (SSN) or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN), and meet Synchrony's creditworthiness criteria. Approval for the Platinum Mastercard version generally requires good to excellent credit, while the store-only version may be approved with fair credit.
Max Cards Per Issuer: 3
Min Spend Interval: N/A (Bonus typically applies to first purchase, not a spend over time. If a spend-based bonus were introduced, it would likely be 3 months).
Cliff Effect Rules: No explicit 'cliff effect' rules like those found with other major issuers. However, Synchrony assesses total credit exposure across all its products. Approval for the TJX Rewards Platinum Mastercard may be impacted by existing Synchrony credit limits, but obtaining the store-only TJX Rewards card does not typically preclude eligibility for the Mastercard version, nor vice-versa, though total credit extended will be considered.
Special Events: Frequent in-store and online promotions, often tied to specific spending thresholds or product categories, offering extra savings days (e.g., 10% off a purchase day) exclusively for cardholders. These events are common throughout the year, especially during seasonal changes and major shopping periods.
Holiday Promos: Major shopping holidays such as Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Christmas/Holiday Season, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, and Back-to-School periods are prime times for enhanced cardholder promotions and discounts at TJX family stores.
International Friendly: No
User Analytics & Insights
PENDINGUser Ratings
Average Rating: 3.2 / 5.0
Top Positive:
Excellent rewards for loyal TJX shoppers (5% back), easy approval for many with fair credit, occasional exclusive discounts.
Top Negative:
Low rewards on general spending (1% back), high APR, frequent complaints about Synchrony customer service, issues with credit limit increases or rewards redemption.
Approval Experience: 70.0 / 100
Recommended Alternatives
- Capital One Quicksilver
- Citi Double Cash Card
- Amazon Prime Rewards Visa Signature Card
Card Value Score: 65.0 / 100
Est. Annual Rewards: $260.00
Approval Probability: 75.0%
Version Control
PENDINGVersion ID: v1.0