Why is our income tax stimulus rebate less than I expected?

Q: We have just received by direct deposit to our bank an amount of $600.00.  We filed a joint return with valid security numbers and showing that we both had tax liabilities.  I thought that we should have received $1,200 according to our filing status. Is there an answer to this problem?

A: In order to receive more than $600, you needed to have a 2007 tax liability of more than $600. The stimulus payment for a couple (no kids) is your tax liability with a minimum of $600 and a maximum of $1,200. For a single person (no kids) it's your tax liability with a minimum of $300 and a maximum of $600.