Marcus Reid
Close Protection Specialist
Former NYPD — 12 years close protection and personal security
Marcus Reid spent 12 years with the New York Police Department before transitioning to private close protection work. He has provided personal security services to corporate executives, celebrity clients, and high-net-worth individuals across the United States and internationally. Marcus specializes in urban threat environments, venue advance work, and coordinating multi-agent protection details for large events. He holds state security licenses in New York, California, and Florida, and is certified in First Aid and Tactical First Responder. His articles focus on the practical and financial aspects of hiring professional bodyguard services.
Articles by Marcus Reid
Bodyguard Salary: What Bodyguards Actually Get Paid in 2026
What bodyguards earn hourly and annually, why the rate a client pays is three to four times the wage, and what separates a $24/hr guard from a $150,000 close protection agent.
VIP Bodyguard Services: What They Include and What They Cost
VIP protection is a different service from standard close protection, not a premium label on the same one. What changes at this tier, who actually needs it, and what it costs per hour and per day.
Celebrity Bodyguard Cost: What Public Figures Actually Pay
What protection costs for someone recognizable, why the figures reported in the press are usually wrong, and how touring, red carpet, and residential coverage are priced differently.
How Much Does a Bodyguard Cost? $129 to $599/hr in 2026
What a bodyguard costs in 2026: $129/hr for one protector up to $599/hr for a full detail. Real booking examples, day and annual figures, event pricing by guest count, and every discount that applies.
Executive Protection Costs: What You Are Actually Paying For
Executive protection is a significant investment, but most people underestimate what the price actually buys. Here is a full breakdown of EP costs and value.
VIP Security Pricing: What Drives the Cost of High-Profile Protection?
VIP security is priced very differently from standard personal protection. Understanding what goes into the cost helps you buy the right level for your profile.