Last time I approached lenders I was approved for a loan with an interest rate of 9.5%, but that was when I was trying to purchase through an LLC so it was a commercial loan.

I wanted to see if there are any lenders here that can provide their input.I recently bought a secondary home (2 months ago) in San Diego CA.

I got a RE agent (referred by the lender) but she doesn’t seem Knowledgeable at all.

I have lender financing options: 75% LTV, 30yr fixedA common strategy is what you wrote.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Compare properties for risk comparison.  

Which is about 3 months of rent but i can deduct thay in my taxes against rent.Or are you guys using Heloc as I won't be able to deduct that from my rent is what I read.Also is there a better way to find lender with less fees for closing for cheap investment rentals.Currently I have 5 rental. 2 with personal home mortgage and 3 paid cash so no mortgages.

If you sell now without a 1031, they'll take that new sale price and compare it to your new adjusted basis; the difference is your total gain,  split between long term gain and recaptured depreciation. 

There are lenders that have a 5-8 program and some that go up to 10 units.

Here is a summary of the book.https://www.nateliason.com/notes/long-distance-real-estate-investing-david-greeneThe book also mentions the importance of having a rockstar Realtor, contractor, lender, and property manager.