How to determine if a home is owned mortgage free?

[Steven Pesavento]

Hi BP, 

How does can I determine if a property I'm interested is owned free & clear on my own? 

Of course I could ask the selling agent or owner, but I'm wondering if there are any other ways to determine if there is a lean on the property on my own. I'm currently looking for properties owned outright that might be good candidates for seller financing. 

Thanks BP