Gerald, a licensee with Sunshine Realty, is offered a $5000 bonus by the seller if he sells a particular listing before the last day of the year. The transaction closes on December 28. Which of the following statements is true?
A. The $5000 bonus is paid directly to Gerald.
B. The $5000 bonus is paid to Sunshine Realty.
C. It is illegal for Sunshine Realty to accept a bonus.
D. The bonus must be signed over to the buyer.