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MeridianLink Taps Optimal Blue To Improve Pricing Accuracy And Loan Automation

Jan 20, 2026
MeridianLink Taps Optimal Blue

MeridianLink has integrated Optimal Blue’s real-time pricing and eligibility technology into its mortgage platform to streamline workflows, improve accuracy, and enhance automation for lenders

MeridianLink, a provider of digital lending and account opening technology for financial institutions, has announced it is integrating Optimal Blue’s capital markets platform into its MeridianLink Mortgage solution.

The collaboration will enable lenders using MeridianLink to access Optimal Blue’s real-time product, pricing, and eligibility (PPE) data directly within the MeridianLink workflow, supporting faster, more accurate mortgage pricing and reducing manual processes.

The integration is designed to streamline loan origination by delivering up-to-date pricing across thousands of mortgage products and over 150 investor channels, helping lenders improve compliance, minimize data entry errors, and offer more competitive options to borrowers.

JP Kelly, SVP of MeridianLink Mortgage, stated the partnership underscores the company’s focus on innovative technology that enhances lenders’ operational efficiency in a competitive market. 

“Today’s mortgage market demands speed, accuracy, and a seamless borrower journey,” said Kelly. “Our integration with Optimal Blue represents another step forward in our mission to deliver innovative technology that empowers lenders to compete effectively in a dynamic environment. Going forward we will give customers the ability to utilize Optimal Blue’s pricing intelligence seamlessly from MeridianLink Mortgage.”

Mike Vough, SVP of corporate strategy at Optimal Blue, added that seamless access to accurate pricing data is essential for building trust and driving improved outcomes for both lenders and borrowers.

"Access to proven, accurate product and pricing information is the foundation of every successful mortgage transaction,” added Vough. “Optimal Blue’s integration with MeridianLink will give lenders using these solutions added confidence that they are delivering the most accurate and competitive options to borrowers, which is essential for building trust and driving the best-possible outcomes for lenders and homebuyers alike."

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