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HICKS, J. The respondent, Robert Martel, appeals from a final decree of divorce issued by the Portsmouth Family Division (Sadler, J.). The petitioner, Susan Martel, cross-appeals. We affirm in part, reverse in part, vacate in part and remand.

The main issues in dispute concern: (1) whether plaintiff is entitled to a divorce on the grounds of some form of marital "fault;" (2) whether certain property should properly be considered part of the marital estate; (3) the value of certain assets of the estate; (4) the manner in which the estate should be divided; and (5) the amount and duration of alimony plaintiff should receive. After briefly reciting the pertinent background facts, the court addresses these issues in turn below.